Description
Treat yourself to a comforting, flavor-packed dinner with this Savory Chicken in a Creamy Asiago Mushroom Sauce. Perfectly seared chicken thighs are simmered in a rich, velvety cream sauce loaded with earthy mushrooms, fresh garlic, thyme, and nutty Asiago cheese. This easy dinner recipe brings gourmet flavor with minimal fuss—ideal for cozy nights, special gatherings, or when you’re simply craving something indulgent. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, a satisfying main course, or a low-carb comfort food option, this recipe checks every box.
Ingredients
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
8 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms sliced
4 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or ½ tsp dried thyme
½ cup dry white wine or substitute with broth
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
¾ cup freshly grated Asiago cheese
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooked egg noodles, mashed potatoes, rice, or bread for serving (optional)
Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5–6 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add sliced mushrooms and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned.
5. Add garlic and thyme, cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping the bottom. Let reduce for 2–3 minutes.
7. Add chicken broth and onion powder, stir in heavy cream.
8. Bring to a gentle simmer and add grated Asiago cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
9. Season sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Return chicken to the pan, skin-side up.
11. Cover and simmer on low for 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
12. Uncover and let sauce thicken for another 2–3 minutes.
13. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot over desired sides.
Notes
Use freshly grated Asiago for the smoothest, richest sauce.
Don’t skip the fond—those browned bits at the bottom add incredible flavor.
Reheat leftovers slowly with a splash of broth or cream to revive the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: easy dinner, creamy chicken recipe, asiago mushroom sauce, comfort food, low carb, quick chicken dinner