This Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce is a flavorful one-pan dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Tender chicken thighs are enveloped in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce, making it a hearty and satisfying choice for a busy weeknight or an elegant date night dinner.
INGREDIENTS
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 ½ cups sliced white mushrooms
- ¼ teaspoon ground thyme
- 11 sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup unsalted chicken stock
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Garnishes (not included in nutrition info):
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley
INSTRUCTIONS
- Season the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, coat the chicken thighs evenly with Italian seasoning, salt, onion powder, paprika, and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the avocado oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken thighs, cooking for about 5 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside, leaving the pan uncleaned for the next steps.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Reduce heat to low. Using a wooden spoon, scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Add butter and let it melt. Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Spread the mushrooms in an even layer and sprinkle with ground thyme. Let the mushrooms cook until golden, about 1 minute, then stir gently to cook the other side.
- Prepare the Sauce: Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken stock, stirring occasionally. Let the mixture simmer for 4–5 minutes until it begins to thicken. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and allow it to melt into the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Return the chicken to the pan, spooning the creamy mushroom sauce over the thighs. Garnish with freshly cracked pepper, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley as desired. Serve immediately.
NUTRITION (PER SERVING)
- Calories: 563 kcal (28%)
- Carbohydrates: 11 g (4%)
- Protein: 31 g (62%)
- Fat: 45 g (69%)
- Saturated Fat: 22 g (138%)
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 201 mg (67%)
- Sodium: 729 mg (32%)
- Potassium: 881 mg (25%)
- Fiber: 2 g (8%)
- Sugar: 3 g (3%)
- Vitamin A: 1481 IU (30%)
- Vitamin C: 21 mg (25%)
- Calcium: 198 mg (20%)
- Iron: 2 mg (11%)
