Creamy Mushroom Chicken
A comforting meal featuring tender, pan-seared chicken breasts in a rich and flavorful mushroom sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and Kalamata olives, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
For the coating
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme Divided
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano Divided
- 1 teaspoon sea salt Divided
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Divided
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes Plus more or less to taste
For the chicken
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Sliced in half
- 4 tablespoons olive oil Divided
For the sauce
- 3 cloves garlic Minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives Sliced
- 2 cups mushrooms
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
Preparation
- In a low bowl or on a clean workspace, combine the flour, paprika, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Season the chicken with the remaining salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and chili flakes.
- Dredge the chicken pieces through the flour mixture, coating them completely. Shake off any excess flour.
Cooking
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the floured chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes on both sides until seared. Be careful not to overcook.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, along with the minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and mushrooms.
- Allow the ingredients to toast for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently.
- Once fragrant, add the heavy cream, chicken stock, Parmesan cheese, spinach, and another pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon some sauce on top, and continue cooking until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Adjust the seasonings to taste, then serve warm.
Notes
This dish is best served over a bed of rice or pasta to soak up the delicious creamy sauce. Add a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese on top and pair it with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables.