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Creamy Mushroom Chicken with Herb Rice

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Tender pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce and served with fluffy herb-infused rice for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 600 g chicken breast, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 250 g mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook rice with water or broth according to package instructions; fluff and stir in fresh herbs. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion until soft.
  5. Add garlic and mushrooms; cook until mushrooms release moisture and turn golden.
  6. Stir in thyme and oregano.
  7. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  8. Add heavy cream and simmer until sauce thickens.
  9. Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce; simmer 5 minutes.
  10. Serve creamy mushroom chicken over herb rice.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • Add grated Parmesan for a richer sauce.
  • Garnish with extra herbs before serving.

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Keywords: creamy mushroom chicken, chicken with rice, herb rice, comfort food

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