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mom's chicken breasts with mushroom gravy

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Fran Murray
Fountain Hills, AZ

This recipe is quick, easy and delicious! I first started making this when I was first married. I don't even like mushrooms, but this dish wouldn't taste the same without them. Try it and enjoy it!

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For mom's chicken breasts with mushroom gravy

  • 4 Tbsp
    unsalted butter
  • 4
    chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless
  • 8 oz
    (2 cups) fresh mushrooms, quarter (i use the white button mushrooms)
  • 1/2
    sliced, yellow onion, separated into rings
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/8 tsp
    pepper
  • 1/4 c
    dry sherry, white wine, or merlot
  • 1/2 c
    whole milk
  • 2 tsp
    cornstarch

How To Make mom's chicken breasts with mushroom gravy

  • 1
    Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts; cook chicken 12 to 15 minutes or until fork tender and juices run clear, turning once. Remove chicken from skillet; keep warm.
  • 2
    Melt 2 tablespoons butter in same skillet; add mushrooms and onion. Cook until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper. Add sherry; bring to a boil. In small bowl, combine milk and cornstarch; blend well. Add to mushroom mixture; cook until mixture thickens and boils.
  • 3
    Serve over chicken. Makes 4 servings.
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