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Creamy Mushroom Spinach Chicken Thighs: The Ultimate One-Pan Comfort Dish

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Tender, juicy chicken thighs combine with earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach in a silky, garlic-rich cream sauce. This one-pan American dish balances savory depth with creamy comfort in just 40 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

  • Total Time: 40
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs
1 cup mixed mushrooms (shiitake, cremini)
2 cups fresh spinach
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional for thickening)
1/2 tsp thyme leaves

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Sear chicken thighs in olive oil until golden, 4-5 minutes per side
Add butter, mushrooms, and garlic to the pan. Sauté 5 minutes until golden
Stir in spinach and cook until wilted
Pour in cream and stir. Sprinkle Parmesan, season with salt/pepper, and simmer 5 minutes
(Optionally add flour to thicken sauce)
Transfer to oven, bake 10 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F
Garnish with thyme before serving

Notes

Use chicken thighs with skin for juiciness
Remove mushrooms first if chicken cooks faster
Swap heavy cream with milk + cornstarch slurry for lighter version
Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days
Serve with rice, crusty bread, or roasted vegetables

  • Author: Samantha Jones
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: Cozy Chicken
  • Method: Stovetop + Oven
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 2000mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg