Garlic Herb Chicken w/ Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6-8 ounces each)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white button)
• 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Additional chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

 Directions:

1. Season chicken breasts: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
2. Cook the chicken: In the DiamoTech Fry Pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the DiamoTech Fry Pan and set aside on a plate, tented with foil to keep warm.
3. Sauté garlic and mushrooms: In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and let it melt. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add the sliced mushrooms, stirring occasionally, and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly browned.
4. Deglaze the DiamoTech Fry Pan: If using white wine, pour it into the pan and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, gently scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. If not using wine, skip this step.
5. Prepare the sauce: Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, chopped thyme, rosemary, parsley, onion powder, and paprika. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
6. Return chicken to the DiamoTech Fry Pan: Add the cooked chicken breasts back into the pan with the sauce, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes, so the flavors meld together.
7. Serve: Remove the DiamoTech Fry Pan from heat and garnish with additional chopped parsley, if desired. Serve the garlic herb chicken with creamy mushroom sauce over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, along with your favorite steamed or roasted vegetables.
8. Enjoy!