Description

Braised Chicken with Mushrooms is a comforting, flavorful dish where tender chicken thighs are slowly simmered in a savory mushroom sauce, creating a luxurious and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

1 teaspoon salt, divided

½ teaspoon black pepper, divided

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 pound mushrooms, sliced (button, cremini, or a mix)

1 small onion, finely chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)

½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

½ cup halal ingredient (e.g., apple juice or vegetable broth)

1 ½ cups chicken broth

¼ cup heavy cream (optional, for a creamier sauce)

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken, skin-side down, and sear for 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook for 3 more minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and tender. Stir in chopped onion and garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Sprinkle thyme and smoked paprika (if using) over the mushroom mixture. Deglaze with halal ingredient, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce the liquid. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Return chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
If using, stir in heavy cream in the last 5 minutes of cooking. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use additional mushrooms or hearty vegetables like zucchini or carrots.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy version.

If you prefer a lighter dish, you can skip the heavy cream or replace it with milk or half-and-half.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 45g
Cholesterol: 135mg