Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 6-8 fillets)
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried rosemary or 2-3 fresh rosemary sprigs
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 Tbsp olive oil
- For the Sauce:
1 Tbsp butter
8 oz sliced brown mushrooms
4 cloves garlic minced
1 Tbsp fresh chopped parsley plus more for garnish
1/2-1 tsp dried thyme
1/2-1 tsp dried rosemary or fresh rosemary sprigs
1 1/2 cups heavy cream or half and half
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1/ Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat chicken thighs dry and trim any excess fat.
2/ In a small bowl, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper. Rub the seasoning blend all over both sides of the chicken thighs.
3/ Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Work in batches if needed, adding more oil for the next batch.
4/ Transfer seared chicken to a plate. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 3 minutes until starting to brown.
5/ Add garlic, thyme and rosemary. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in cream and Parmesan. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
6/ Return chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet, coating chicken in the mushroom sauce. Transfer to the oven and bake for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
7/ Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve chicken with plenty of the luscious mushroom sauce spooned over the top or on the side.
Notes
1/ Use bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces for extra succulence and crispy skin if desired.
2/ Substitute half and half or evaporated milk for the cream if needed.
3/ Sauce can be made ahead, refrigerated, then reheated gently before adding chicken.
Leftovers will keep refrigerated for 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop.
This easy baked chicken with a creamy mushroom sauce is the epitome of comforting, satisfying fare! With its lusciously sauced, herby baked chicken and garlicky mushrooms, it’s a homestyle dinner that feels like a warm hug.
Whether you need an easy weeknight meal or are craving a taste of home, this mushroom chicken dish really hits the spot. One bite and you’ll see why it’s a tried-and-true family favorite! Grab a fork and dig into that creamy, savory goodness.
