Description
This Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken recipe is a delightful combination of tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich, velvety sauce flavored with Dijon and whole grain mustards. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home, this dish is easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
For Garnish:
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add chicken broth and stir. Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, lemon juice, and thyme. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finish the Dish: Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for another 2 minutes until heated through. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier cut.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
