Creamy Chicken Skillet
A quick and easy creamy chicken skillet that comes together in just 20 minutes, making weeknight dinners a breeze and satisfying everyone's cravings for comfort food.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 to 1.5 pounds chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite size pieces
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or oregano)
- 1 tablespoon oil or butter
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (optional) Optional but highly recommended
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cream or half and half
- Parmesan cheese, if available
- spinach or peas (optional) Optional for added nutrition
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a large pan and cook chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, cook mushrooms for a few minutes, then add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any tasty bits off the bottom of the pan. Add cream and a little Parmesan.
- Return chicken to the pan, add spinach if desired, and simmer for a couple of minutes until the sauce thickens.
Serving
- Serve the creamy chicken mixture over pasta, rice, or toasted bread.
Notes
You can make this dish even easier by pairing it with simple sides like bagged salad or microwaved rice. This recipe is versatile and allows for using leftovers creatively.