Creamy Mushroom Chicken Thighs
These low-carb, gluten-free, and keto-friendly Chicken Thighs are smothered in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. Packed with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes, all in one skillet! Serve with veggies, pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time25 minutes mins
Course: Chicken recipes
Cuisine: International
Keyword: chicken thighs with mushroom sauce, creamy mushroom chicken thighs
Servings: 4
Author: Tatiana
For The Chicken Thighs
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon corn flour
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- salt to taste
- 2 pounds skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
For the Mushroom Sauce
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley to garnish
In a small bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 teaspoon corn flour, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, and salt . Rub the seasoning evenly over the chicken thighs.
Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons salted butter, then add 5 cloves garlic (minced) and cook until fragrant. Stir in 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced) and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
Pour in 1 ½ cups heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in ½ cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese and cook for 1-2 minutes, until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Garnish with 1 tablespoon fresh parsley and serve immediately with pasta, steamed vegetables, or mashed potatoes.
- Refrigerate – Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheat – Warm over low heat, adding a splash of broth or cream if needed.
- ❌ Not freezer-friendly – The creamy sauce may separate when thawed.
Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 231mg | Potassium: 862mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1453IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 2mg