Chef John's Chicken and Mushrooms
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.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
4 g
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Cholesterol
91 mg
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Fiber
1 g
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Protein
28 g
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Saturated Fat
9 g
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Sodium
355 mg
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Sugar
2 g
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Fat
31 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)
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Season chicken on all sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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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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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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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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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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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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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.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.7/ 5 ( 711 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
Gerry Emmerich
Apr 23, 2024The simplicity of this recipe is what makes it so great. It's a blank canvas for adding your own personal touch.
Federico Bergnaum
Aug 15, 2023I 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
May 28, 2023I added a splash of sherry to the pan sauce, as suggested, and it really elevated the flavor. Thanks for the great recipe!
Jailyn Legros
Mar 27, 2023Easy 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
Apr 2, 2022My family loved this! Even my picky eaters enjoyed the mushrooms. It's a weeknight winner!
Foster Conn
Feb 17, 2022This recipe is surprisingly simple and delicious! The chicken was perfectly cooked, and the mushroom sauce was amazing. I will definitely make this again!