Sheet Pan Creamy Mushroom Chicken Breasts
Succulent chicken breasts nestled in a creamy mushroom sauce, all cooked to perfection on one sheet pan for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
Total: 40 minPrep: 10 minCook: 30 min4 servings
Ingredients
Servings:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 16 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Steps
- 1 Preheat oven to 400°F.
- 2 Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- 3 In a large bowl, toss chicken and mushrooms with olive oil.
- 4 Arrange chicken and mushrooms on a sheet pan.
- 5 Bake for 20 minutes.
- 6 In a small bowl, whisk together flour and heavy cream until smooth.
- 7 Remove pan from oven, sprinkle garlic over chicken, and pour cream mixture over everything.
- 8 Return to oven and bake for another 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- 9 Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top and return to oven just until cheese is melted.
- 10 Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
Calories:
500 kcal
Tips
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the thyme and paprika mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you prefer your sauce thicker, remove 1/2 cup of the baking juices and whisk it into 2 tbsp butter off the heat before pouring back over the chicken.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a side of garlic mashed potatoes or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- Pairs beautifully with a crusty baguette to soak up every last bit of creamy sauce.
FAQ
Can I use chicken thighs instead?
Absolutely! Just adjust the cooking time slightly, as thighs cook faster than breasts.