Easy Creamy Chicken Skillet

Just one look at my golden seared chicken smothered in creamy sauce, sprinkled with colorful veggies, and everyone around the table is happy. It’s like you’ve been served a restaurant quality chicken dish in the comfort of your own home. Pin or bookmark this one for your every day dinner. I love easy recipes that taste good. You will find plenty here on GypsyPlate. Life can be demanding, with a million things to tackle and finish. And then comes dinner time… what to cook? This one doesn’t need Einstein’s mind. This one demands so much less. This recipe is incredibly flexible. I can use whatever I have on hand, and it always turns out delicious. I can throw any veggies into the creamy sauce with the chicken, and it works with any cut of chicken too. It’s all about the sauce for me, that’s what really makes the dish.

Here is What You Need

Chicken – I am normally a chicken thigh and leg person, but today all I had was some boneless skinless chicken breasts in the fridge. I said why not? Let me try cutting them into cutlets to make them flat. This yields tender, moist meat and shortens the cooking time. I have made this with bone-in or boneless chicken thighs as well. You just have to adjust the cook time, as bone-in will take more time to cook. Veggies – Mushrooms and bell peppers (any color will do). Garlic Herbs – Dried thyme and rosemary, fresh parsley. Spices – Onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper Heavy Cream Parmesan cheese Oil and butter

Step by Step Instructions

First, I butterfly the chicken breast and then mix dried herbs and spice powders in a bowl. I sprinkle this mixture generously on both sides of the chicken cutlets. Next, I heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and place the chicken cutlets in, making sure not to overcrowd them so they sear rather than steam. It takes about 7-8 minutes per side to get them golden brown. Once they’re nicely browned, I plate them out. In the same pan, I melt some more butter and sauté sliced mushrooms and bell pepper strips, along with garlic, salt, and pepper for a couple of minutes. Then I add parsley, thyme, and rosemary, and cook everything for another minute. Next, I stir in some cream and mix it well, making sure to scrape up any brown bits left from the chicken off the bottom of the pan into the sauce. I then add in parmesan cheese, stir it all together, and let it cook for another minute. Then it’s time to put the chicken back into this delicious sauce. I cover the pan and let it cook for about 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F. This doesn’t take long since the chicken is almost cooked already. I’m really just finishing it off and letting that wonderful sauce soak into the meat. I taste it and adjust the salt and pepper as needed, and finally, garnish with more parsley.

Variations

Serving Suggestions

Again, so many possibilities…

Alpana’s Tips

Even Chicken Thickness: Butterflying the chicken breasts into half cutlets helps them cook evenly. If the chicken breasts are really thick, I sometimes gently pound them with a meat mallet to get an even thickness before I season them. This makes sure they cook nicely all the way through. Hot Pan for Searing: I always make sure that the skillet is hot before adding the chicken. A hot pan is key to achieving that beautiful sear on the chicken, which really enhances the flavor and texture. Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: If your skillet is on the smaller side, it’s better to sear the chicken in batches rather than overcrowding the pan. Overcrowding can lead to uneven cooking. Scraping Brown Bits: When sautéing mushrooms and bell peppers in the same pan, make sure to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. These bits are packed with flavor and will enhance your sauce. Check Chicken Temperature: To make sure the chicken is fully cooked, I use a meat thermometer and check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). This guarantees that the chicken is safe to eat without overcooking it.

So that’s it… This chicken mushroom cream combo is beloved by all ages everywhere. Look no further and give it a try tonight. Like with us, in no time this is one meal that will be going in your regular rotation. Skillet meals… Aren’t they great? 🙂