Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken
This Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken delivers 12g protein and 278 calories per serving. This 20-minute stovetop side works for 4 servings and functions best as a complement to higher-protein mains. Pair it with lean protein sources to boost your overall meal macro density.
Ingredients
- •Mushrooms, White, Sliced(227g)
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Salt and pepper to taste ($0.05)
- •Vegetable oil(15g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(120g)
- •Half and half cream(240g)
- •Parmesan Cheese(60g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •Parsley for garnish (optional) ($0.10)
Instructions
- 1Wash and slice the mushrooms. Mince the garlic. Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- 2Heat a large skillet over medium, then add a tablespoon of cooking oil. Swirl the oil to coat the bottom of the skillet. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side and cooked through (about 5 minutes per side). Remove the chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
- 3Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for one minute, or just until the garlic softens. Add the mushrooms and sauté for about 5-7 minutes more, or until the mushrooms have wilted. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and stir to dissolve all the browned bits off the bottom.
- 4Add the half and half to the skillet and bring it up to a simmer. Turn the heat down to medium-low and simmer the liquid, stirring often, for about five minutes. Stir in the Parmesan until it has melted in.
- 5Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper if needed. Add the chicken back to the skillet, drench with sauce, and heat over low until warmed through. Top with fresh parsley for garnish, if desired.
Nutrition — Per Serving
278
calories
12g
protein
15g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 26g
- Saturated fat
- 7.2g
- Sodium
- 359 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.8g
4 servings per batch · ~226g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains only 12g of protein and 278 calories with 15g fat and 26g carbs. This is a low-protein option and should be paired with another protein source at the same meal.
How long does Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop produces 4 servings efficiently. It works best as a side dish component in a larger meal rather than a standalone protein entry.
Is Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken good for fat loss?
At 278 calories per serving with only 12g protein, this recipe is too low in protein for effective fat loss where preserving muscle during a deficit requires 0.8-1g per pound of bodyweight. Use it as a vegetable component, not your primary protein.
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