🍗 Crispy Golden Chicken with Parmesan Mushroom Sauce

A Mediterranean-inspired comfort dish with rich flavor and simple ingredients.

This Crispy Golden Chicken with Parmesan Mushroom Sauce combines juicy pan-seared chicken with a creamy, garlicky mushroom sauce finished with Parmesan and herbs. Inspired by rustic Italian-style cooking, this dish uses olive oil, fresh herbs, and balanced flavors to create a comforting yet wholesome dinner.

Perfect for weeknights — elegant enough for guests!

🌿 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Crispy outside, juicy inside
✅ Creamy Mediterranean-style sauce
✅ Beginner-friendly
✅ Ready in about 35 minutes
✅ Great for family dinners

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)

🍗 For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
½ cup whole wheat flour (or almond flour for low-carb)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil

🍄 For the Parmesan Mushroom Sauce:

2 cups mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter (optional for richness)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup light cream or half-and-half
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Salt & pepper to taste

Optional: squeeze of lemon juice for brightness

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken

Pat chicken dry. Mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. Lightly coat chicken on both sides.

2️⃣ Sear Until Golden

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 75°C). Remove and set aside.

3️⃣ Cook the Mushrooms

In the same pan, add olive oil and butter. Sauté mushrooms 4–5 minutes until browned. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

4️⃣ Make the Sauce

Pour in chicken broth and simmer 3–4 minutes. Stir in cream, Parmesan, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened.

5️⃣ Combine

Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over it. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

6️⃣ Finish

Sprinkle fresh parsley and optional lemon juice before serving.

🥗 Mediterranean Serving Ideas

Serve with roasted vegetables
Pair with garlic sautéed spinach
Add a side of quinoa or brown rice
Serve with cucumber-tomato salad

🌱 Nutrition Highlights

High-quality protein from chicken
Mushrooms provide antioxidants
Olive oil supports heart health
Parmesan adds calcium

❓ Q & A

❓ Can I make this low-carb?

Yes! Use almond flour instead of wheat flour.

❓ Can I use chicken thighs?

Absolutely. They stay extra juicy.

❓ How do I thicken the sauce?

Simmer longer or add a teaspoon of cornstarch slurry.

❓ Can I make it dairy-free?

Use coconut cream and dairy-free Parmesan alternative.

❓ How long does it keep?

Store in refrigerator up to 3 days.

❓ Can I freeze it?

Yes, though cream sauces may slightly change texture when reheated.