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cream of mushroom chicken and rice

Cream of Mushroom Chicken and Rice

A rich, creamy, one-pot comfort meal featuring tender chicken thighs, savory mushrooms, and perfectly seasoned rice, all simmered together in a luscious sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
25 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 2 serving
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 oz fresh mushrooms white button or cremini, sliced
  • 1 shallot chopped (or 1 small yellow onion)
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Large deep skillet or Dutch oven
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Lid for skillet or Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. Season chicken thighs with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté mushrooms and shallots for 3–4 minutes until golden. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  4. Deglaze the pot with a small amount of chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Stir in the remaining broth, white rice, lemon juice, and fresh thyme. Return chicken and any juices to the pot.
  6. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low for 18–20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid mostly absorbed.
  7. Stir in cream of mushroom soup and heavy cream until fully incorporated.
  8. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the top before serving.

Notes

Avoid stirring rice while cooking to prevent mushiness.
For extra creaminess, add up to ½ cup more heavy cream.
Use chicken breasts if preferred, but monitor closely to avoid overcooking.
Add vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition