Balsamic Chicken and Mushrooms
(from greenfood’s recipe box)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Serves 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 pound chicken thighs (boneless or bone in)
- kosher salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 12 ounces whole cremini mushrooms, stems removed
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 3/4 cup pastured cream
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Directions
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Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. You can also use chicken
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken and sear on both sides until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and place it on a plate.
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Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Add the mushrooms and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until softened. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and stir.
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Deglaze the pan with the ¼ cup Fustini’s balsamic vinegar. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the cream and cook for another few minutes, until slightly thickened. Add the chicken back to the skillet. Cover and cook for 6 to 8 minutes over low heat, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Follow the same for chicken breasts, just be sure to check the internal temp!
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Top with fresh parsley and serve!