Description
Juicy golden-seared chicken breasts smothered in a velvety Alfredo sauce filled with garlic, sautéed mushrooms, and a swirl of basil pesto — all served with crispy roasted baby potatoes. This rustic one-pan dinner brings together comfort and bold flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 pound baby potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
3 cloves garlic minced
1 cup mushrooms sliced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons cream cheese
2 tablespoons basil pesto
Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30–35 minutes.
2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until golden, about 4–5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook another 30 seconds.
4. Pour in heavy cream and stir. Add cream cheese and Parmesan; mix until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Stir in basil pesto and simmer sauce 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Return chicken to skillet. Spoon sauce over the top and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
7. Serve chicken with roasted potatoes. Spoon extra Alfredo pesto sauce over everything and garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce texture.
Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing chicken or mushrooms to ensure proper browning.
To adjust the sauce, use broth or milk if it becomes too thick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop and Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 620
- Fat: 34
- Saturated Fat: 16
- Unsaturated Fat: 14
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 27
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 38
- Cholesterol: 140
Keywords: creamy chicken, mushroom Alfredo, pesto chicken, one-pan dinner, roasted potatoes