This Whiskey Mushroom Cream Sauce is one of those recipes that instantly makes dinner feel special without adding any extra work. It is rich, creamy, and savory with just enough whiskey to give it that warm, steakhouse-style depth of flavor.

Medium Rare Steak with Whiskey Mushroom Cream Sauce

We make this sauce when we want to elevate a steak dinner, but it is just as good served over pork chops, chicken, or even mashed potatoes. It comes together in one skillet, uses simple ingredients, and feels fancy without being fussy.

What is Whiskey Mushroom Cream Sauce

Whiskey Mushroom Cream sauce is a rich pan-style sauce made with sauteed mushrooms, onions, cream, and a splash of whiskey or bourbon. The alcohol cooks off, leaving behind a deep, smoky flavor that pairs well with beef.

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This sauce is inspired by classic steakhouse mushroom sauces but made for home cooks like us.

Why You Will Love this Recipe

Steakhouse flavor at home
Ready in under 15 minutes
Pairs with more than just beef; think pork or chicken
One-Skillet Recipe

What to Serve with the Whiskey Mushroom Cream Sauce

Any steak of your choice – Ribeye, Filet Mignon, T-Bone, or even a Sirloin
Pork tenderloin
Chicken
Mashed potatoes
Egg noodles or rice

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this without alcohol? Yes. You can substitute beef broth for the whiskey. The flavor will be a little different but still delicious and creamy.

Can this be made ahead of time? Yes. The sauce can easily break, so be reheat slowly and stir often so it comes back together nicely.

Ingredients and Substitutions

Onion
Porta Bella Mushrooms, you could also use cremini mushrooms; both offer a deep flavor
Bourbon Whiskey, or beef broth if you don’t keep whiskey on hand
garlic
heavy cream

whiskey, butter, mushrooms, cream and onions on cuutting board

Instructions

Start by melting your butter over low heat in a medium-sized cast-iron skillet or sauté pan.

Add the onions and sauté until caramelized.

Increase the heat to medium and add in your quartered mushrooms sautéing until they begin to brown.

Onions and garlic in a cast iron skillet

Add the garlic to the onions and cook for about a minute.

mushrooms, garlic and onions in cast iron skillet

Increase the heat to medium and add in your quartered mushrooms, until they begin to brown.

Whiskey being added to a skillet with mushrooms and onions

Turn off the heat, add the whiskey, turn the heat back on, and cook the whiskey out until almost evaporated.

Cream being added to cast iron skillet with mushrooms and onions

Add the cream and increase the heat to a high simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with your favorite cut of steak!

Whiskey Mushroom Cream Sauce

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Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Holiday Dinner

Servings

Ingredients

1/2 medium Onion, diced
8 oz baby Porta Bella mushrooms, Quartered
4 tbsp Burbon Whiskey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

Start by melting your butter over low heat in a medium sized cast iron skillet or sauté pan, add the onions and sauté until caramelized. Add the garlic and cook for a minute or two.
Increase the heat to medium and add in your quartered mushrooms sautéing until they begin to brown.
Turn off the heat and add whiskey, turn the heat back on and cook the whiskey out till almost evaporated.
Add cream and increase the heat to a high simmer, season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over your favorite cut of steak!