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Close-up of garlic mushroom chicken skillet with juicy pan-seared chicken breasts topped with sautéed sliced mushrooms, fresh dill, cracked black pepper, and buttery garlic sauce on a blue-rimmed plate.

High Protein Garlic Mushroom Chicken Skillet

Nesting Lane
High Protein Garlic Mushroom Chicken Skillet is a Healthy Weeknight Dinner and Stovetop Chicken Recipe ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

Large Skillet
Tongs
Cutting Board
Sharp Knife
Serving Plate

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pat them dry with paper towels.
  • Season both sides of the chicken with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Place the chicken breasts in the skillet in a single layer.
  • Cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes on one side.
  • Turn the chicken over using tongs.
  • Cook the second side for 6 to 7 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate.
  • Add the butter to the same skillet.
  • Add the sliced mushrooms once the butter has melted.
  • Cook the mushrooms for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and tender.
  • Add the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and the lemon juice.
  • Stir and scrape the bottom of the skillet to loosen any browned bits.
  • Simmer the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes, until slightly reduced.
  • Return the chicken breasts to the skillet.
  • Spoon the mushrooms and sauce over the chicken.
  • Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until heated through.
  • Sprinkle fresh dill over the chicken and mushrooms before serving.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Even Cooking
If the chicken breasts are thick, slice them in half horizontally. This helps them cook evenly and prevents dry edges.
Do Not Crowd the Pan
Place the chicken in a single layer with space between each piece. This helps the outside brown instead of steam.
Check the Temperature
Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. Remove the chicken once it reaches 165 degrees F to keep it moist.

Storing and Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat on Stovetop - Place a serving in a saucepan with 1 to 2 tablespoons water. Warm over low heat, stirring until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 208kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 27gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 144mgPotassium: 645mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 129IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 1mg
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