Creamy Mushroom Chicken
This recipe is relatively simple once you have the ingredients. This is for 1 pax:
150g chicken
3-4 mushrooms
half a yellow onion
spinach
lemon
chicken broth
cooking cream
cornstarch (optional, i skipped it)
rosemary/thyme/oregano (optional, if you have it)
butter, 3 cloves of garlic, salt & pepper to season
Steps:
1. Season chicken by sprinkling some salt and pepper. If you have those dried herbs you can sprinkle some too. Pan fry your chicken with butter till fully cooked and brown. Leave it aside in a separate plate.
2. Prep your other ingredients, chop garlic, yellow onion, mushroom. wash spinach.
3. To cook the sauce, using the same pan, add butter, chopped onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Fry until they caramelised/browned. (Add cornstarch here if you have it to make the sauce more starchy. Its fine if you dont have it.) 4. Add 150ml chicken broth, 2 tbsp cooking cream, some salt and pepper. Add a bit of lemon juice, like 1/2 teaspn. Stir and mix them evenly.
5. Add your cooked chicken in and leave it to simmer under low heat for 5mins. Add in your spinach last and cook for another 1 min until the veg softens.
The amazing combi is the chicken broth, cooking cream, caramelised mushroom and onion (spinach for colour). You can use this sauce to cook pasta next time.
This creamy mushroom chicken recipe is a fantastic example of how a few simple ingredients can come together to create a rich and comforting dish. I especially appreciate how the recipe uses common kitchen staples like butter, garlic, and onions to build depth in the flavor. The caramelization of mushrooms and onions really adds a natural sweetness that balances the savory creaminess of the sauce. In my experience, using fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary, when available, elevates the dish even further by adding aromatic notes. One tip I found useful is to carefully monitor the heat when frying the chicken and sautéing the vegetables; medium heat works best to get a golden color without burning. I also recommend using full-fat cooking cream for a silky texture and richer taste. If you prefer a thicker sauce, cornstarch is a great addition, but as noted in the recipe, it can be skipped if you want a lighter consistency. Adding the spinach at the end not only adds a vibrant green color but also a slight earthiness and nutritional boost. Feel free to customize the greens according to your preference—kale or arugula can be good substitutes. Additionally, the lemon juice is a clever touch—it brightens the dish and cuts through the richness, making every bite feel fresh. This recipe is very flexible; aside from eating it as is, the creamy mushroom chicken sauce pairs wonderfully with pasta or rice, allowing you to create multiple meals from one recipe. Overall, this recipe is perfect for single-serving meals when you want something hearty but easy to prepare. It’s also a great base to experiment with your own flavors and ingredients, making it a versatile staple in your home cooking repertoire.