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Roasted Chicken Breasts with a Creamy Mushroom Gravy

Make juicy roasted chicken breasts with a creamy mushroom gravy in just 40 minutes. A rich, comforting one-pan meal perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

For the Mushroom Gravy:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms sliced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Sear the Chicken

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Sauté the Mushrooms

  • Melt butter in the same pan and add mushrooms.
  • Cook for 4-5 minutes until they release moisture and turn golden.
  • Add onions and garlic; sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Make the Gravy

  • Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well.
  • Slowly whisk in chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form.
  • Add Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Roast the Chicken

  • Return seared chicken to the skillet, spoon some sauce over it.
  • Transfer to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Finish with Cream

  • Remove from oven, stir in heavy cream, and let sauce thicken for 2 minutes.
  • Serve warm over mashed potatoes or rice.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for heavy cream.
Use bone-in chicken breasts for extra juiciness.
Add a splash of white wine while sautéing mushrooms for enhanced flavor.
Enjoy this comforting dish with your favorite sides!
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