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Close-up of skillet herb chicken breast with golden seared top, covered in creamy lemon mushroom sauce and sliced mushrooms. Served on a gray plate with mashed potatoes and fresh basil garnish. High protein chicken dinner with rich mushroom gravy.

Skillet Herb Chicken with Creamy Lemon Mushroom Sauce

Nesting Lane Indulge
Skillet Herb Chicken with Creamy Lemon Mushroom Sauce. Tender chicken breasts in a rich, creamy sauce with herbs, mushrooms, and lemon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

Shallow Dish
Large Skillet
Medium Bowl
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cup

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • In a shallow dish, add flour, thyme, basil, parsley, paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
  • Coat each chicken breast in the flour mixture.
  • Pat off any extra flour from the chicken.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Place chicken in the skillet and cook until no longer translucent.
  • In a medium bowl, add cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, wine, mushrooms, and lemon juice. Mix well.
  • Pour the mixture over the chicken in the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid.
  • Lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
  • Sprinkle parsley and lemon zest over the chicken before serving.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Don't Overcrowd the Skillet - Cook the chicken in batches if your skillet isn't large enough to fit all four pieces without touching. Overcrowding makes the chicken steam instead of brown.
Pound the Chicken - If your chicken breasts are thick, pound them to an even thickness before coating. This helps them cook evenly and prevents dry spots.
Save Extra Sauce - The sauce is really good, so you might want to make extra to spoon over rice or pasta. Just double the sauce ingredients while keeping the chicken amount the same.
Check for Doneness - Use a meat thermometer to make sure your chicken reaches 165°F in the thickest part. This ensures it's fully cooked and safe.
Add More Lemon - If you like a stronger lemon flavor, add extra lemon juice or zest. Taste the sauce before serving and adjust to your preference.

Storing and Reheating

Refrigerate - Store leftover chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze - Place cooled chicken and sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Reheat in Skillet - Place chicken and sauce in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or chicken broth to thin the sauce. Heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
Reheat in Microwave - Place a serving in a microwave-safe dish and cover loosely. Heat on medium power in 1-minute intervals, stirring between each, until hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 568kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 1915mgPotassium: 694mgFiber: 4gSugar: 34gCalcium: 127mgIron: 6mg
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