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Skillet Chicken and Mushroom Wine Sauce

Golden pan-seared chicken cutlets and savory mushrooms smothered in a rich, glossy, restaurant-quality white wine and heavy cream pan sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 460

Ingredients
  

Chicken Preparation
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut in half horizontally to make 4 cutlets
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt plus more to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper plus more to taste
Skillet & Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 16 oz Cremini mushrooms thickly sliced
  • 1 large shallot finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup dry white wine e.g., Sauvignon Blanc
  • 0.75 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream room temperature
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • Large Cast Iron Skillet
  • Tongs
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Meat Mallet (optional)

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 even cutlets. Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish, and lightly dredge the chicken, shaking off excess.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add 1 tablespoon of butter and the sliced mushrooms. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes to brown, then stir and cook 2 more minutes until caramelized.
  4. Add chopped shallot and cook for 1 minute. Add minced garlic and fresh thyme, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the white wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release browned bits. Let simmer until reduced by half.
  6. Stir in the chicken broth and simmer for 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, slowly stir in the heavy cream, and simmer until the sauce thickens and coats a spoon.
  7. Stir in the final 1 tablespoon of butter for gloss. Return the chicken to the skillet to warm through for 1 minute. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not rush the mushroom browning process; let them sit undisturbed initially to develop a deep, savory crust.