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Herb Chicken Mushrooms Farro

This one-skillet Herb Chicken Mushrooms Farro brings together tender pan-seared chicken, savory mushrooms, and toothsome farro in a rich herb-infused broth. It's comfort food that’s both wholesome and deeply satisfying — ready in under 45 minutes with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Herbs
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or 6-8 chicken thighs thighs preferred for tenderness
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 tbsp butter for browning
  • 1 large shallot or half an onion finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning or fresh thyme and rosemary generous mix
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Farro and Mushrooms
  • 8 oz mushrooms cremini or wild mushroom mix preferred
  • 1 cup semi-pearled or pearled farro rinsed
  • 3 cups chicken broth or stock low sodium
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or sherry optional but recommended
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 handful Lacinato kale or spinach optional, for color and nutrition
  • 1/2 lemon juiced

Equipment

  • Large Deep Skillet or Cast Iron Pan

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and butter in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown (not fully cooked). Remove and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining olive oil, shallots or onion to skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and fresh herbs; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add mushrooms to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes until they release their liquid and begin to brown.
  4. Deglaze the skillet with wine (or broth), scraping up more bits. Let it reduce for 1 minute. Stir in rinsed farro and toast for 2 minutes until aromatic.
  5. Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 25–30 minutes (per package directions).
  6. Nest the partially cooked chicken back into the skillet about 10 minutes before farro is done. Cover and continue cooking until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and farro is tender yet slightly chewy.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan, lemon juice, and greens until wilted. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Make It Creamy: Stir in 1/4 cup mascarpone or heavy cream at the end for a richer texture.
Vegan Option: Omit chicken, use vegetable broth, double mushrooms, add beans and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
Advance Prep: Cook farro ahead and finish assembly quickly for a 15-minute dinner!
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