Creamy Dill Chicken and Mushrooms 

This Creamy Dill Chicken and Mushrooms recipe is a cozy, restaurant-style dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. Tender chicken breasts are pan-seared until golden, then simmered in a rich, velvety cream sauce infused with earthy mushrooms, garlic, and fresh dill. The dill adds a bright, slightly tangy freshness that balances the cream beautifully. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners, special occasions, or when you want comforting food with an elegant touch.

Prep Time: 10–15 minutes

Cook Time: 25–30 minutes

Total Time: 40–45 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

Salt & black pepper, to taste

½ tsp paprika

2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Creamy Dill Mushroom Sauce

2 tbsp butter

1 small onion or 1 shallot, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

250 g (8–9 oz) mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup chicken broth

1 tsp Dijon mustard

2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
(or 2 tsp dried dill)

¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)

Salt & pepper, to taste

1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

Instructions

Season the Chicken

Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Sear the Chicken

Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add chicken and sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden.

Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside (it will finish cooking later).

Cook the Mushrooms

In the same skillet, add butter.

Add mushrooms and cook 5–6 minutes until browned and moisture evaporates.

Add onion and cook 2–3 minutes until soft.

Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

Make the Creamy Sauce

Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.

Stir in cream, Dijon mustard, nutmeg (if using), salt, and pepper.

Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add Dill & Chicken

Stir in fresh dill and lemon juice (if using).

Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 8–10 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and sauce is creamy.

Serve

Spoon extra sauce over the chicken and garnish with additional dill if desired.

Pro Tips

Chicken thighs stay extra juicy if you prefer dark meat.

Don’t boil the sauce—gentle simmering keeps it silky.

For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or cooking cream.

Add spinach at the end for extra greens.

Serving Ideas

Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles

Pair with steamed green beans or roasted vegetables

Delicious with crusty bread to soak up the sauce

Final Thoughts

This Creamy Dill Chicken and Mushrooms dish is rich, comforting, and perfectly balanced with fresh herb flavor. It’s simple enough for a weeknight yet elegant enough for guests—a true crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again.