Chef John's Chicken and Mushrooms

Chef John's Chicken and Mushrooms
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    2.1K

A celebration of simplicity and flavor, this Chicken and Mushrooms dish elevates humble ingredients into a culinary delight. Boneless, skin-on chicken breasts are perfectly seared and then oven-baked amidst a medley of earthy mushrooms, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. A luscious pan sauce, enriched with butter and the essence of the oven's magic, ties it all together.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    4 g
  • Cholesterol
    91 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    28 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    355 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    31 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Season chicken on all sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

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Recipe View Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken skin-side down in skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.

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Recipe View Turn chicken over; stir mushrooms with a pinch of salt into skillet. Increase heat to high; cook, stirring mushrooms occasionally, until mushrooms shrink slightly, about 5 minutes.

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Recipe View Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken breasts to a plate and loosely tent with foil; set aside.

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Recipe View Set skillet on the stovetop over medium-high heat; cook and stir mushrooms until brown bits start to form on the bottom of the pan, about 5 minutes. Pour water into the skillet, and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits off of the bottom of the pan. Cook until water is reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

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Recipe View Stir in any accumulated juices from the chicken into the skillet. Stir butter into mushroom mixture, stirring constantly until butter is completely melted and incorporated.

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Recipe View Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spoon mushroom sauce over chicken and serve immediately.

For an even richer flavor, consider using a mix of mushroom varieties, such as cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms.
Don't overcrowd the skillet when browning the chicken; work in batches if necessary to ensure proper searing.
A splash of dry sherry or white wine can be added to the pan sauce for an extra layer of complexity.
Serve with a side of creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 711 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Gerry Emmerich

    The simplicity of this recipe is what makes it so great. It's a blank canvas for adding your own personal touch.

  • Federico Bergnaum

    I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was moist, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I highly recommend it!

  • Bella Bechtelar

    I added a splash of sherry to the pan sauce, as suggested, and it really elevated the flavor. Thanks for the great recipe!

  • Jailyn Legros

    Easy to follow and the result was fantastic. I used bone-in, skin-on thighs instead of breasts and it worked great. Just needed a bit more cooking time.

  • Deangelo Schoen

    My family loved this! Even my picky eaters enjoyed the mushrooms. It's a weeknight winner!

  • Foster Conn

    This recipe is surprisingly simple and delicious! The chicken was perfectly cooked, and the mushroom sauce was amazing. I will definitely make this again!

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