Butterflied Mushroom Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with Butterflied Mushroom Chicken, a luscious combination of tender, pan-seared chicken breasts and a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. This recipe shines with perfectly butterflied chicken, ensuring even cooking and maximum flavor absorption. A blend of earthy cremini mushrooms, fragrant garlic, and a touch of fresh thyme creates a sauce that's irresistibly creamy yet surprisingly simple to prepare. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or craving comfort food, this one-pan dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or crisp steamed vegetables. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s the perfect balance of gourmet flavor and weeknight convenience.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place each chicken breast on a cutting board and butterfly them by slicing horizontally through the thickest part, being careful not to cut all the way through. Open the breast like a book, then gently pound to an even thickness using a meat mallet.

Step 2

Season the butterflied chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the mushrooms are softened and slightly browned.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir well, cooking for an additional minute to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 7

Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps, then add the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Add the fresh thyme leaves and adjust the seasoning with more salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 9

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spooning the mushroom sauce over the top. Cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to heat through.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1417.4 grams (1417.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2504

Total Fat 156.60g	201%
Saturated Fat 72.10g	360%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 897mg	299%
Sodium 3670mg	160%
Total Carbohydrate 15.80g	6%
Dietary Fiber 2.40g	9%
Total Sugars 4.00g
Protein 225.80g	452%

Vitamin D 27IU	137%
Calcium 134mg	10%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 2569mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 38.0%

Carbs: 2.7%