Cast Iron Chicken and Mushroom
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Cast Iron Chicken and Mushroom is an easy and flavorful meal that is made with just a few ingredients in one pan.
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
Chicken and Mushroom
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 370 kcal
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 6 chicken thighs skinless or use chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
Mushroom Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 16 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Season the poultry with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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In a cast-iron skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the chicken and brown it on both sides for about 3-4 minutes, look for a golden brown finish.
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Once browned, remove from the pan, and set aside on a plate, cover with foil.
Mushroom Sauce:
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Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet and melt. Add the sliced mushrooms and dried thyme and cook until golden brown, for about 5-8 minutes, stirring from time to time.
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Then, add the heavy cream and chicken broth, and stir for 1-2 minutes. Season with more salt and pepper.
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Add the chicken and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until thick and creamy.
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Serve as is or with pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Cast Iron Chicken and Mushroom
Amount Per Serving
Calories 370
Calories from Fat 270
% Daily Value*
Fat 30g46%
Saturated Fat 12g75%
Cholesterol 148mg49%
Sodium 398mg17%
Potassium 509mg15%
Carbohydrates 4g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 21g42%
Vitamin A 496IU10%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 27mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.