Creamy Garlic Butter Skillet Chicken with Mushrooms

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lb chicken breast(paid link)
• 8 oz mushrooms(paid link)
• 6 clove garlic(paid link)
• 4 tbsp butter(paid link)
• 1 cup heavy cream(paid link)
• ½ cup chicken broth(paid link)
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese(paid link)
• 1 tbsp olive oil(paid link)
• 1 pinch salt(paid link)
• 1 pinch black pepper(paid link)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley(paid link)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season generously with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Slice mushrooms and mince garlic cloves.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

4. 4

   Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened and browned, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer.

6. 6

   Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Let the sauce simmer and thicken slightly, about 3-5 minutes.

7. 7

   Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.

8. 8

   Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

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