Sautéed Chicken with Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms

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Tender chicken thighs cooked with deeply sweet onions and earthy mushrooms in a savory herb-infused sauce. This american-inspired chicken (low-carb) ready in about 45 minutes pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, large yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 345 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.

★ 3.9 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 345 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 7 minutes until golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip and cook another 5 minutes, then remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to skillet. Cook 1 large thinly sliced yellow onion over medium heat for 12 minutes until deeply caramelized and golden.
  5. Step 5: Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 5 minutes until mushrooms soften.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp dried thyme. Simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Step 7: Return chicken to skillet, skin-side up, and cook for 10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chicken with Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Sautéed Chicken with Caramelized Onions and 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 chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken with Caramelized Onions and 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 Sautéed Chicken with Caramelized Onions and 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 Sautéed Chicken with Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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