Healthy Recipes Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Creamy Balsamic Chicken & Mushroom Skillet 4.7 (7) 6 Reviews The sauce in this creamy balsamic chicken and mushroom skillet recipe strikes the perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. The shallots, garlic and thyme add aroma and flavor to the dish. Thin-cut chicken cutlets are key for getting dinner on the table quickly. If you can’t find chicken cutlets, make your own: Look for boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about 8 ounces each. Slice them in half horizontally and pound to an even thickness. By Julia Levy Julia Levy Julia Levy has been working in recipe publishing for almost a decade, but testing recipes for as long as she's been able to wield a spoon. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on February 9, 2024 Tested by Amanda Holstein Tested by Amanda Holstein Amanda Holstein fell in love with baking at the age of 6, and has continued to grow her passion through culinary school and working in bakeries. For more than 10 years, she worked at multiple well-known restaurants and bakeries in the Orlando, Florida, area, preparing delicious scratch-made desserts and assisting with dinner events, before becoming a test kitchen assistant at Dotdash Meredith. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Active Time: 30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free Diabetes-Appropriate Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Ingredients 4 (4-ounce) chicken cutlets 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, divided 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 (8-ounce) package cremini mushrooms, sliced 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot 1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 3/4 cup unsalted chicken broth 1 1/2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Directions Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Place flour in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken, 1 cutlet at a time, in the flour, pressing to adhere and shaking off excess flour. Place the coated chicken on a large plate. Discard any remaining flour. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken; cook until golden brown on both sides and a thermometer inserted into the thickest portion registers 165°F, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Do not wipe the pan clean. Return the skillet to medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Spread the mushrooms into an even layer; cook, undisturbed, until golden, about 5 minutes. Stir the mushrooms; add shallot, garlic and thyme. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant and the shallot is translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Stir in vinegar; cook until the mushrooms have absorbed the liquid, about 1 minute. Add broth; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Add cream cheese, mustard and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper, stirring until melted. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Return the chicken to the pan; reduce heat to medium-low and cook until warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes. Garnish with additional thyme leaves before serving, if desired. EatingWell.com, February 2024 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 335 Calories 16g Fat 17g Carbs 30g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 cutlet & about 1 1/2 Tbsp. sauce Calories 335 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 17g 6% Dietary Fiber 2g 5% Total Sugars 5g Protein 30g 60% Total Fat 16g 20% Saturated Fat 3g 17% Cholesterol 92mg 31% Vitamin A 57µg Vitamin C 3mg 3% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 2mg 15% Folate 52µg Vitamin K 7µg Sodium 404mg 18% Calcium 49mg 4% Iron 2mg 9% Magnesium 49mg 12% Potassium 767mg 16% Zinc 2mg 15% Vitamin B12 0µg Omega 3 0g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved