Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this delicious Creamy Broccoli and Mushroom Chicken recipe. Tender chicken breasts are smothered in a decadent sauce with the earthy goodness of mushrooms and broccoli, all brought together in a skillet for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the butter. Sauté mushrooms for 3–4 minutes until softened, then add the garlic and broccoli. Cook for another 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour in the chicken broth and cook until broccoli is just tender.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over it. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to warm through. Garnish with parsley before serving, if desired.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Notes
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta for a complete meal.
- You can substitute spinach for broccoli or add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
