Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken

About this recipe

This is cosy comfort food that's ready in about half an hour. Chicken thighs are browned, then simmered in a garlicky mushroom and cream sauce with a little parmesan. Spoon it over mashed potato, rice or pasta to soak up every bit of the sauce.

Method

1. 1

   Step 1

   Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5 minutes each side until golden. Set aside.

   10 min

2. 2

   Step 2

   Add the butter and mushrooms to the pan and cook for 5 minutes until browned.

   5 min

3. 3

   Step 3

   Add the garlic and thyme and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   30 sec

4. 4

   Step 4

   Pour in the stock, scraping up the browned bits, then stir in the cream and parmesan.

   Tip: Check the label: some stocks contain gluten.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Return the chicken to the pan and simmer gently for 8–10 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.

   9 min

6. 6

   Step 6

   Scatter with parsley and serve.