Description
Juicy Chicken Breast with Mushroom is a weeknight dinner hero that comes together faster than you can order takeout. Creamy mushroom sauce draped over tender chicken makes this simple meal feel like something special from a restaurant kitchen.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper
Liquids and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup dry white wine
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to a precise 375°F, ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even cooking.
- Pat each chicken breast completely dry using paper towels, which helps achieve a beautiful golden exterior.
- Generously season both sides of the 4 chicken breasts with salt and pepper, covering every inch for maximum flavor.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and looks slightly wavy.
- Sear each chicken breast for exactly 3 minutes per side, creating a delicious golden-brown crust that locks in moisture.
- Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a clean baking dish, arranging them with some space between each piece.
- In the same skillet, sauté 3 minced garlic cloves and the sliced onion for 2-3 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly translucent.
- Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms to the skillet, cooking for another 4-5 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- Pour 1 cup chicken broth and ½ cup white wine into the skillet, stirring to incorporate the browned bits from the bottom.
- Whisk 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard into the liquid, then sprinkle 1 tablespoon fresh thyme and 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary into the sauce.
- Pour the mushroom mixture evenly over and around the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese across the top of each chicken breast.
- Bake uncovered in the 375°F oven for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Season generously with salt and pepper before adding mushroom sauce for deeper flavor penetration.
- Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to help retain moisture and make slicing easier.
- Choose fresh mushrooms like cremini or shiitake for the most robust sauce and best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg