Description
This Smothered Chicken in Mushroom Wine Pan Sauce recipe offers a rich and flavorful experience with tender chicken and a sumptuous sauce. It’s a comforting dish perfect for any occasion, featuring simple ingredients and minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pan and sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until softened, approximately 5 minutes.
- Pour in the white wine, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Place the seared chicken back into the skillet, ensuring they are partially submerged in the sauce.
- Cover and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove the chicken and stir in 1 tablespoon of butter into the sauce for a silky finish.
- Return the chicken to the sauce for a moment before serving to absorb more flavor.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, stir in heavy cream at the end of cooking.
- Experiment with different mushrooms like shiitake or portobello for a complex flavor.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for a richer taste.
- Add spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Substitute regular butter with herb-infused butter for added flavor.
- Add balsamic vinegar and Italian seasoning for an Italian twist.
- This dish reheats well.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-seared and simmered
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: N/A