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Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs

Name: Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs (Bone-in or boneless chicken thighs can be used.); 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (Any variety of mushrooms can be used.); 4 cloves garlic, minced (Fresh garlic is recommended for best flavor.); 2 tablespoons olive oil (For cooking the chicken and mushrooms.); 1 teaspoon dried thyme (You can use fresh thyme if available.); to taste Salt and pepper (Adjust for personal preference.); Fresh parsley for garnish (Chopped, for serving.)

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Jennifer Scott
August 5, 2025

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Why Make This Recipe

Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs is a delicious and easy dish that brings together the rich flavors of garlic, savory mushrooms, and juicy chicken. This recipe is simple enough for a weeknight dinner, yet fancy enough to impress guests. The combination of ingredients not only tastes great but also provides a comforting and satisfying meal for everyone.

How to Make Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs

Ingredients:

4 chicken thighs
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and thyme.
Add chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, add garlic and mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are browned and tender, about 4-5 minutes.
Return chicken to the skillet, ensuring everything is well combined and heated through.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

How to Serve Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs

Serve Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs hot, straight from the skillet. This dish pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad. You can also serve it with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

How to Store Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs

To store leftovers, place the chicken and mushrooms in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the dish for up to a month. Just thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Tips to Make Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs

Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken. This helps to get a nice, brown crust.
If you want extra flavor, marinate the chicken thighs in the seasonings for a few hours before cooking.
Adding a splash of white wine to the mushrooms can enhance the flavor even more.

Variation

You can easily customize this recipe by using different types of mushrooms or adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. If you prefer boneless chicken thighs or breasts, you can use those as well.

FAQs

1. Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?
Yes, chicken breasts can be used, but they may cook faster, so watch the cooking time.

2. What can I serve with Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs?
You can serve it with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes or a simple side salad.

3. Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and mushrooms ahead of time and reheat them when you are ready to serve.

Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs

A delicious and easy dish that combines garlic, savory mushrooms, and juicy chicken, perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main ingredients

4 chicken thighs Bone-in or boneless chicken thighs can be used.
2 cups mushrooms, sliced Any variety of mushrooms can be used.
4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended for best flavor.
2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the chicken and mushrooms.
1 teaspoon dried thyme You can use fresh thyme if available.
to taste Salt and pepper Adjust for personal preference.
Fresh parsley for garnish Chopped, for serving.

Method

Cooking

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and thyme.
Add chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, add garlic and mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are browned and tender, about 4-5 minutes.
Return chicken to the skillet, ensuring everything is well combined and heated through.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

For best results, do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken to achieve a nice, brown crust. Consider marinating the chicken thighs in the seasonings for a few hours prior to cooking and adding a splash of white wine to the mushrooms for enhanced flavor.

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