Description
This Easy Cream of Mushroom Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts seared to perfection and simmered in a creamy, flavorful mushroom sauce made from condensed cream of mushroom soup, garlic, onions, and fresh herbs. Enhanced with baby spinach and chives for freshness, it’s a quick and comforting skillet meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- ⅓ cup chicken broth (plus more if needed)
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups baby spinach, packed and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Season both sides evenly with kosher salt, garlic powder, and oregano to build flavor in the meat.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, developing a golden crust. Remove the chicken and transfer to a plate, setting aside the pan juices.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Lower the heat to medium. Add butter and the finely chopped onions to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes until onions are softened and lightly browned. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes to develop aroma.
- Make the Sauce: Add fresh thyme leaves, chicken broth, and condensed cream of mushroom soup to the skillet. Stir thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Simmer the Chicken in Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium-low and return the seared chicken breasts along with any collected juices to the skillet. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). If the sauce is too thick, add more chicken broth a splash at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Add Spinach: Stir the roughly chopped baby spinach into the sauce and cook for an additional minute just until wilted, incorporating freshness and color into the dish.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle finely chopped chives over the top for a mild oniony garnish. Serve the creamy mushroom chicken immediately with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use fresh herbs whenever possible.
- Spinach can be substituted with kale or swiss chard if desired.
- If you want a thicker sauce, reduce the broth slightly before adding the soup.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee safe consumption.
- This dish pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cream of Mushroom Chicken, Easy Chicken Dinner, Skillet Chicken, Creamy Chicken Recipe, One Pan Chicken, Weeknight Dinner
