Romantic Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms
A flavorful, romantic chicken dish with mushrooms and artichokes in a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté mushrooms and garlic: In the same skillet, add mushrooms and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add artichokes and broth: Stir in artichoke hearts and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer.
- Incorporate cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Return chicken to skillet: Place the chicken back into the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Simmer for another 5 minutes until fully cooked.
- Finish with Parmesan: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the dish and let it melt into the sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.