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Cozy Winter Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet

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A comforting and flavorful chicken dish enriched with garlic, butter, and mushrooms, perfect for chilly winter nights.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or other fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley)

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Gather all your ingredients. Chop the garlic finely and slice the mushrooms.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, season the chicken with salt and pepper, and sear for 7-10 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Mushrooms: In the same skillet, add butter. Once melted, add mushrooms and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until soft and aromatic.
  4. Create the Sauce: Add chicken broth to the skillet. Scrape the bottom to release bits and let simmer for a minute.
  5. Combine the Chicken: Return the chicken, add accumulated juices, drizzle with more butter if desired, and sprinkle with herbs. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Taste Test: Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately, garnished with parsley over rice or pasta.

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to substitute turkey instead of chicken or add seasonal vegetables like spinach for extra nutrition.

  • Author: instantmeals
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free