Description
Creamy Broccoli and Mushroom Chicken is a delicious and hearty skillet meal featuring tender chicken breasts seared to golden perfection, smothered in a rich sauce of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and chicken broth, with sautéed mushrooms and broccoli florets adding texture and vibrant flavor. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, this gluten-free dish combines creamy, savory, and fresh elements for a satisfying main course.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season each side generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to enhance flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté mushrooms: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 3–4 minutes until they release moisture and begin to brown, adding depth to the dish.
- Add garlic and broccoli: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to release aroma. Then add broccoli florets and cook for 2–3 minutes until they turn bright green and are just tender.
- Create the sauce: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and allow it to thicken slightly for about 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return chicken to skillet: Nestle the seared chicken breasts back into the sauce and vegetables. Simmer everything together for an additional 2–3 minutes to meld flavors and heat the chicken through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving. Serve warm, ideally alongside rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a lighter, lower-carb version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half to reduce fat content.
- Serve this creamy chicken dish over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to round out the meal.
- To keep it gluten-free, ensure that your chicken broth is gluten-free certified.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.
