One-Skillet Garlic and Herb Chicken with Mushrooms
Tender chicken breasts cooked in a fragrant garlic and herb sauce with sautéed mushrooms, all made in one skillet for easy cleanup. This french-inspired chicken (whole30, paleo) ready in about 35 minutes pairs about 6 oz each chicken breasts, avocado oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces, about 6 oz each chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 6 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 8 oz, sliced white mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Season 4 chicken breasts with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 8 oz sliced white mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
- Step 3: Add 6 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme to the skillet with mushrooms. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour 1/2 cup chicken broth into the skillet and stir to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Step 5: Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon mushrooms and garlic herb sauce over top, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Skillet Garlic and Herb Chicken with Mushrooms take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Skillet Garlic and Herb Chicken with Mushrooms?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep avocado oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Skillet Garlic and Herb Chicken with Mushrooms?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Skillet Garlic and Herb Chicken with Mushrooms for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is One-Skillet Garlic and Herb Chicken with Mushrooms whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, paleo, dairy free, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
