Go Back
–+ servings
Savory Cream of Mushroom Chicken

Savory Cream of Mushroom Chicken for Cozy Nights In

This Savory Cream of Mushroom Chicken is a comforting dish, perfect for busy weeknights.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Plain Flour use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika smoked paprika recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can replace with vegetable oil
For the Sauce
  • 4 slices Bacon can substitute with turkey bacon
  • 1 medium Brown Onion or shallots for a milder taste
  • 8 oz Button Mushrooms cremini or portobello mushrooms are good substitutes
  • 2 cloves Garlic opt for fresh garlic
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup homemade mushroom cream sauce can be an alternative
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream use half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 1 teaspoon Chicken Stock Powder consider low-sodium or homemade stock
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard yellow mustard works for milder taste
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan or any strong-flavored grated cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Chives or green onions for a different flavor
For Serving
  • 2 cups Broccolini pairs beautifully with the creamy dish

Equipment

  • large frying pan
  • Roasting Pan
  • Oven
  • Shallow Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Savory Cream of Mushroom Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (or 180°C for fan-forced) and prepare your ingredients.
  2. In a shallow bowl, mix together flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs evenly.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large frying pan and sear the chicken for about 8 minutes until golden.
  4. Transfer the seared chicken to a roasting pan, cover with foil, and roast for 30–35 minutes.
  5. In the same pan, add more olive oil, bacon, and onion, cooking until translucent and bacon is golden.
  6. Add mushrooms and garlic to the pan, cooking for another 8 minutes.
  7. Stir in soup, heavy cream, stock powder, and mustard, simmering until the sauce thickens.
  8. Mix in half of the Parmesan cheese until melted, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  9. After roasting, transfer chicken back to the frying pan and coat with sauce, simmer for 7–8 minutes.
  10. Plate the chicken, garnish with remaining Parmesan and chives, and serve with broccolini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 36gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for family gatherings and can be made gluten-free. Adjust ingredients to suit dietary needs.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!