Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Chicken and Mushrooms in Creamy Dill Sauce recipe. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection and then smothered in a luscious creamy sauce infused with earthy mushrooms and aromatic dill. This dish is a comforting yet elegant choice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Dill Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 8 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried dill)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Optional Garnish:
- Extra dill or lemon wedges
Instructions
- Season and Sear the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare the Creamy Dill Sauce: Sauté mushrooms, add garlic, then chicken broth. Stir in cream, dill, and mustard. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over the top. Simmer briefly. Garnish with dill or lemon wedges.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
