Creamy Garlic Parmesan Mushrooms Recipe
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Mushrooms recipe offers a rich and flavorful side dish featuring sautéed white button mushrooms simmered in a luscious garlic, cream cheese, and Parmesan sauce, seasoned with Italian herbs and finished with fresh parsley for a delightful touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Mushrooms and Cooking Fats
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 16 ounces white button mushrooms, cleaned, stems trimmed
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup (50 g) Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup (119 g) heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ cup (63 g) chicken broth
Garnish
- ½ tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat Butter and Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter together with the extra virgin olive oil to create the base for cooking the mushrooms.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the cleaned, trimmed white button mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms begin to turn golden brown and release their moisture.
- Set Mushrooms Aside: Transfer the cooked mushrooms to a plate and tent loosely with foil to keep them warm while you prepare the sauce.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Make Creamy Sauce: Whisk in the room temperature cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and all the cheese has melted completely.
- Season Sauce: Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well to combine, then allow the sauce to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly and blend the flavors.
- Add Chicken Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and whisk thoroughly to combine, loosening the sauce as needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Combine Mushrooms and Sauce: Return the warm mushrooms to the skillet and toss gently to coat them evenly in the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top for a bright, fresh garnish. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature to ensure it incorporates smoothly into the sauce without lumps.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best flavor; pre-grated cheese can sometimes be less flavorful or have anti-caking agents that affect texture.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt, based on the saltiness of your Parmesan and chicken broth.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken, steak, or as a topping for toasted bread or pasta.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
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