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Chicken Mushrooms Dinner One Pot 30 Minutes or Less Romanian
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Chicken With Creamy Mushroom Sauce

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By: Joanna Cismaru •10/13/22 280 Comments

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This Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce is a simple, yet elegant dish; featuring boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a delicious, creamy, white wine and mushroom sauce. Made entirely in one skillet, this exquisite dinner can be on your table, ready to serve, in just 30 minutes!

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  • Why Make This Chicken Recipe
  • Ingredient Notes
  • How To Make Chicken With Creamy Mushroom Sauce
  • FAQs & Expert Tips
    • FAQs
  • Frequently Asked Questions
    • What Are The Best Mushrooms To Use?
    • How Do You Clean Mushrooms?
    • How To Serve
    • Tips
  • Leftovers
    • Freezing
  • More Related Recipes:
  • Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Equipment
    • Video
    • Notes
    • Nutrition Information
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I have a lot of chicken breast recipes on this blog, but this chicken with creamy mushroom sauce is one that is a staple at our house! The beauty of this dish is its simplicity. Rich, creamy, white wine infused sauce smothering perfectly tender chicken and juicy mushrooms, what could be better? Maybe the fact that it’s made entirely in one skillet, in just 30 minutes.

Why Make This Chicken Recipe

  • Foolproof Recipe
  • Simple Ingredient List
  • Elegant, Comforting Dinner
  • 30 Minute Meal
  • Made Entirely In One Skillet

Also known as “ciulama de ciuperci” in Romanian, I learned to make this chicken with creamy white wine mushroom sauce from my mom! The only difference is that her version doesn’t have wine and uses sour cream instead of cream. However, I just adore the flavor of white wine in these kind of dishes, so once I started making this with white wine – I never looked back!

Ingredient Notes

  • Butter – I used unsalted to control the sodium content! Salted butter works too.
  • Chicken Breasts – Boneless and skinless, cut in half lengthwise. My chicken breasts here are already small and thin so I didn’t need to cut them. See “FAQs & Expert Tips” for more options.
  • Onion and Garlic – Essential flavor enhancers in this creamy mushroom sauce.
  • Mushrooms – I used sliced, white mushrooms. See “FAQs & Expert Tips” for more info.
  • Flour – We are using trusty all-purpose flour to help thicken our sauce.
  • White Wine – I love using white wine in this sauce because it adds a depth of flavor to the sauce. I really recommend using your favorite white wine, I used a Sauvignon Blanc, it’s important to deglaze the pan. For a non-alcoholic version, replace it with chicken broth.
  • Cream – I used heavy cream but I have made this with half-and-half before, which is a simple blend of equal parts whole milk and light cream. Use whichever you like, it all depends on how creamy you like your sauce. You can also use sour cream.

How To Make Chicken With Creamy Mushroom Sauce

process shots showing how to fry chicken and cook mushrooms.
  1. Heat the Skillet: Add the butter to a large skillet and melt over medium high heat.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Place chicken breasts in skillet and cook on both sides, about 3 to 5 min per side or until no longer pink inside, time depends on thickness of your breasts. Since the breast is fairly thin, it should cook faster. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  3. Cook the Mushrooms: Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook for a couple minutes until onion is translucent and soft. Add the mushrooms and stir. Season mushrooms generously with salt and pepper. Let them cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. When they are cooked to your liking, add the wine and deglaze the pan by scraping the bottom of the skillet. All those brown bits are flavor!
  4. Finish the Sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir for another minute just to remove the raw flour taste. Next, add the cream, stir and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally or until sauce reduces a bit and thickens. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. Add the chicken back to the skillet and spoon sauce over the chicken.
  5. Finish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
process shots showing how to make creamy mushroom sauce.

FAQs & Expert Tips

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are The Best Mushrooms To Use?

This dish is all about showcasing the mushrooms. You really could use any kind of mushrooms you like! Cremini mushrooms would be amazing, as well as shiitake mushrooms; however, I used large white mushrooms, which I cut in half then sliced.

How Do You Clean Mushrooms?

Mushrooms grow low to the ground so they will usually carry a bit of dirt when you buy them from the stores. However, I never wash mushrooms because they will get waterlogged! To clean them, use a damp paper towel or a soft mushroom brush to wipe each mushroom to remove any dirt.

How To Serve

The list of sides you can pair this dish with is endless! I personally love this dish with a side of sautéed veggies like these green peas, or rice or over mashed potatoes, anything to soak up all that gorgeous sauce will do the trick! Serving this chicken with a side of vegetables; roasted, steamed, or fresh and a nice piece of crusty bread is also an excellent idea.

closeup of chicken breasts smothered in creamy mushroom sauce.

Tips

  • I used chicken breast here, but you can use meatballs, or even pork tenderloin, cut into slices or pieces. If you’re looking for a vegetarian option, skip the meat and just use mushrooms! I’ve tried many variations and I have to say I can’t pick a favorite, they’re all delicious!
  • Do not soak the mushrooms. Mushrooms absorb water like sponges, therefore they won’t brown nicely when cooked.
closeup of a chicken breast with creamy mushroom sauce and sautéed peas.

Leftovers

Wrap leftovers tightly or transfer to an airtight container. Both the chicken and mushrooms sauce will last in the fridge for 3 days!

Freezing

To extend the shelf life, I recommend freezing it! Wrap well or transfer to an airtight container and store in the freezer. It will last anywhere from 4 – 6 months.

closeup of chicken breasts smothered in creamy mushroom sauce.

More Related Recipes:

  • Red Wine Mushrooms
  • Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata Fettuccine
  • Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms
  • Cream Of Mushroom Soup
  • Lemon Pepper Chicken
  • Garlic Butter Mushrooms
  • Mushroom Filled Pork Tenderloin
  • Chicken and Mushrooms in Creamy Dill Sauce
  • Chicken Marsala

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4.55 from 457 votes

Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Prep 10 minutes
Cook 20 minutes
Total 30 minutes
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This Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce is a simple yet very elegant dish featuring boneless skinless chicken breasts in a delicious creamy mushroom sauce made with white wine and cream.
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon butter (unsalted)
  • 1 pound chicken breasts (boneless and skinless, cut in half lengthwise)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 12 ounce white mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup white wine
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream (or heavy cream )
  • 1 tablespoon parsley (for garnish)

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Instructions 

  • Heat the Skillet: Add the butter to a large skillet and melt over medium high heat.
  • Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Place chicken breasts in skillet and cook on both sides, about 3 to 5 min per side or until no longer pink inside, time depends on thickness of your breasts. Since the breast is fairly thin, it should cook faster. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • Cook the Mushrooms: Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook for a couple minutes until onion is translucent and soft. Add the mushrooms and stir. Season mushrooms generously with salt and pepper. Let them cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. When they are cooked to your liking, add the wine and deglaze the pan by scraping the bottom of the skillet. All those brown bits are flavor!
  • Finish the Sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir for another minute just to remove the raw flour taste. Next, add the cream, stir and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally or until sauce reduces a bit and thickens. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. Add the chicken back to the skillet and spoon sauce over the chicken.
  • Finish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Equipment

  • 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet

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Notes

  1. This chicken and mushroom dish could be served over noodles or rice, or just enjoyed on its own with a nice crusty bread.
  2. This chicken with the mushroom sauce will last in the fridge up to 3 days if wrapped well or stored in an airtight container. To extend the shelf life, I recommend freezing it, wrapped well or in an airtight container, and it will last anywhere from 4 – 6 months.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1servingCalories: 541kcal (27%)Carbohydrates: 10g (3%)Protein: 29g (58%)Fat: 42g (65%)Saturated Fat: 25g (156%)Cholesterol: 210mg (70%)Sodium: 173mg (8%)Potassium: 817mg (23%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 1603IU (32%)Vitamin C: 8mg (10%)Calcium: 77mg (8%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
© Author Joanna Cismaru

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Justine
Justine
Posted: 1 month ago

Great recipe but no measurements so no idea how much to put inof anything?

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Joanna Cismaru
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The measurements are in the recipe card. You can use the button “Jump To Recipe” to go directly to the recipe card or simply scroll down to it.

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Kim Hampton
Kim Hampton
Posted: 1 month ago

5 stars
Fabulous recipe! I added sliced carrots and celery, increased the wine by 1/4 c and cream by 1/4c and used Herbs de Provence in place of most of the salt and pepper on the chicken, and it was the best French Country Chicken.

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Brett V
Brett V
Posted: 1 year ago

Love your recipes! Can this be made with half and half instead of heavy cream?

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Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 1 year ago

Absolutely!

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Bill Lange jr
Bill Lange jr
Posted: 1 year ago

5 stars
Super easy meal that looks like you spent hours on it! Rich and flavorful…!

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Marty
Marty
Posted: 1 year ago

Truly enjoyed this recipe. Didn’t have regular flour so I used almond flour. Didn’t seem too think but worked.

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Lori
Lori
Posted: 1 year ago

5 stars
So good! Cooked this recipe and added a bunch of spinach.

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Joaquin
Joaquin
Posted: 1 year ago

5 stars
Omg this recipe is so bomb!! I love the touch of flour for thickening after the reduction. Great tip. For my wine I used a Sauvignon blanc. Merci beaucoup!!

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Joaquin
Joaquin
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Posted: 1 year ago

Oh!! And I used coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream!!

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Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 1 year ago

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

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KanwalAmin
KanwalAmin
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Posted: 1 year ago

What’s a good substitute for wine

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 1 year ago

Chicken broth.

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Jennifer Kurth-Kennedy
Jennifer Kurth-Kennedy
Posted: 1 year ago

5 stars
I made this for Saturday night dinner date &it’s amazing . I didn’t have any white wine but I used cooking wine instead .
I served it with a side of sauteed spinach and mashed potatoes.
My husband absolutely loved it &so did I, thanks for the great recipe !

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Joanna Cismaru
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My pleasure, so glad you enjoyed it!

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Stephen Norbury
Stephen Norbury
Posted: 1 year ago

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So easy and so, so good. What more could you want in a recipe? Did stir fried peppers with onions for the side, and boiled rice.

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That sounds great Stephen! So glad you enjoyed it!

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Inga Calvert
Inga Calvert
Posted: 1 year ago

5 stars
I had to stop eating to tell you how much I LOVE this! Highly recommend. Thank you 💕

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Terri Murfitt
Terri Murfitt
Posted: 1 year ago

5 stars
Amazingly simple to cook.. and only beautiful

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Sheila H.
Sheila H.
Posted: 2 years ago

5 stars
This dish is delicious. I used to make this on stove top first, then baked, which is very labor intensive. With this recipe, the same ingredients go in one pan and it cut my prep time by 45 minutes. It’s a winner.

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Alysha
Alysha
Posted: 2 years ago

5 stars
Made this with sour cream and chicken stock. Turned out good. Would have been phenomenal had I used cream and white wine.

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Aarah
Aarah
Posted: 2 years ago

5 stars
We loved eating this one, replacing the butter with coconut oil and the cream with coconut milk.

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MP4EVER
MP4EVER
Posted: 2 years ago

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Made this on the fly. Fricken eh
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