SMOTHERED CHICKE…ON AND MUSHROOMS

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
2. Cook the Chicken:
   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-6 minutes per side.
   • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Cook the Onions and Mushrooms:
   • In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and cook until they start to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
   • Add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Cook until the mushrooms are tender, about 5-6 minutes.
4. Prepare the Sauce:
   • Add the chicken broth to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
   • Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
5. Combine and Cook:
   • Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the onions and mushrooms.
   • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
   • Cover the skillet and let it cook on low heat until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted, about 10-15 minutes.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.