Creamy Broccoli and Mushroom Chicken
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 -5
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Calories
403 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Creamy Broccoli and Mushroom Chicken
Description
In this recipe, chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness, seasoned, and pan-seared until cooked through with a golden crust. The same pan is used to sauté broccoli florets and sliced mushrooms until the broccoli is nearly tender, preserving some bite and texture, and the mushrooms are softened.
Garlic is added briefly to enhance aromatics before pouring in half and half to create a creamy base. The sauce is simmered gently until slightly thickened, then combined with shredded Parmesan cheese to add depth and a subtle sharpness. The chicken returns to the pan to coat in the sauce and vegetables, making the dish cohesive.
This meal is practical for home cooking, offering a blend of protein and vegetables in a creamy sauce. Serving it over rice or pasta allows the sauce to be absorbed and rounds out the plate.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast pounded to 1/2 inch thick
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cups broccoli cut into 1-inch pieces, florets
- 4 ounces mushrooms sliced
- ½ teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 ¼ cups half and half
- ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides and cook 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through and to 165 degrees F. Remove from pan.
- Melt the butter in the skillet over medium heat and add the broccoli and mushrooms. Stir-fry until the broccoli is almost tender. Add the garlic and cook another 30 seconds.
- Pour in the cream and bring to a simmer while stirring. Continue to stir and cook until slightly thickened. Mix in the Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper to taste, add the chicken back in and coat in the sauce and veggies. Serve over rice or past.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4-5
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 403kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 43g | 86% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 403mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 961mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 755IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 43.9mg | 49% |
| Calcium | 208mg | 21% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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