30-Minute Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 chicken thighs (skin-on and boneless)
• 1 tsp garlic powder (divided; for seasoning the chicken and the sauce)
• 1 tsp onion powder (divided; for seasoning the chicken and the sauce)
• 0.5 tsp black pepper (to taste)
• 0.25 tsp MSG (optional, to enhance flavor)
• 0.25 cup cornstarch (for coating the chicken)
• 2 tbsp butter (for sautéing)
• 200 g mushrooms (sliced)
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream (heavy cream)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Steps

1. 1

   Place the skin-on chicken thighs in a bowl. Season generously with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and a pinch of MSG. Mix well to coat evenly and let sit for a few minutes.

2. 2

   Dredge each piece of chicken in cornstarch, ensuring it is well coated, and shake off any excess.

3. 3

   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken skin-side down. Cook until the skin is golden brown and very crispy.

4. 4

   Flip the chicken and continue cooking until it is fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

5. 5

   In the same skillet, add the butter. Once melted, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 2 minutes until they begin to brown.

6. 6

   Season the mushrooms with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Mix well so the spices release their aroma.

7. 7

   Pour in the chicken broth and heavy whipping cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

8. 8

   Add the grated Parmesan cheese. Continue simmering until the sauce begins to thicken.

9. 9

   Return the chicken to the skillet. Use a spoon to baste the chicken with the creamy sauce.

10. 10

    Serve immediately accompanied by hot white rice.

Notes

Para un resultado óptimo, asegúrese de que la sartén esté bien caliente antes de añadir el pollo para lograr esa piel crujiente. Si no tiene MSG, puede omitirlo o sustituirlo por un poco de sal adicional.

Nutrition per serving

• main course
• chicken
• creamy
• mushrooms
• quick dinner
• 30 minutes
• high protein