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Garlic Butter Mushroom Chicken

Garlic Butter Mushroom Chicken: A Savory Weeknight Staple
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A restaurant-quality, high-protein skillet dinner that brings together tender, seared chicken breasts and earthy cremini mushrooms. Coated in a rich, velvety garlic butter sauce, this sophisticated dish is designed for busy weeknights, offering deep, savory flavors while requiring minimal cleanup. It is the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and elegant comfort food that will satisfy the whole family.

Ingredients

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2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
1 lb Cremini mushrooms, cleaned and thickly sliced
5 cloves Garlic, minced finely
4 tbsp Unsalted butter, cubed
2 tbsp Olive oil
2 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Season the chicken cutlets generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat the olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers.
Add the chicken to the skillet in batches to avoid overcrowding and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, keeping it warm.
Add the mushrooms to the same skillet and sauté until they are golden brown and tender.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce heat to medium-low, add the butter, and stir until melted and emulsified into a sauce.
Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it thoroughly with the garlic butter mushroom sauce.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Using a cast-iron skillet is recommended for superior heat retention and a better crust on the chicken. Ensure mushrooms are sliced thickly to prevent them from steaming; they should brown and develop a meaty texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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