Weeknight Chicken with Mushrooms and Zucchini in Creamy Sauce
Tender chicken is paired with sliced zucchini, mushrooms, and green onions in a rich cream sauce, with butter, olive oil, and fresh parsley adding depth and freshness. Quick to prepare, this comforting skillet dinner is well suited to a busy midweek meal when you want something warm and satisfying without a long cooking time.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Weeknight Chicken with Mushrooms and Zucchini in Creamy Sauce, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 59 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 5 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 52
- Heart Health
- 79
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 52
- General Wellness
- 1
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly browned. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a plate. Cover with foil or a bowl to keep warm.
- 2
Heat olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat and cook green onions until soft, about 2 minutes. Add zucchini slices and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and stir to combine. Return chicken to the skillet and sprinkle with flour. Stir in cream and cook until sauce has thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Calories 628.04 kcal High 31%
- Protein 36.2 g Good Source 72%
- Carbohydrate 13.81 g 5%
- Total Fat 44.8 g High 57%
- Saturated Fat 22.94 g High 115%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 193.19 mg High 64%
- Sodium 106.68 mg Low Source 5%
- Dietary Fiber 3.92 g Moderate 14%
- Total Sugars 3.63 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 107.52 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 3.03 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 660.02 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 28.95 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 13.36 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.05 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Weeknight Chicken with Mushrooms and Zucchini in Creamy Sauce is made with 12 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 25 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, and Chicken Breast. Each serving provides about 628.04 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Weeknight Chicken with Mushrooms and Zucchini in Creamy Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Breast, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Weeknight Chicken with Mushrooms and Zucchini in Creamy Sauce?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 628.04 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Weeknight Chicken with Mushrooms and Zucchini in Creamy Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Weeknight Chicken with Mushrooms and Zucchini in Creamy Sauce healthy?
- Weeknight Chicken with Mushrooms and Zucchini in Creamy Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 628.04 calories and 36.2 g of protein, or 72% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 22.94 g (115% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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