Description
Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken is a flavorful French-inspired main course featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich and tangy mustard cream sauce. This comforting skillet dish combines Dijon and whole grain mustards with garlic, thyme, and lemon juice, making for an elegant yet easy dinner perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry, then season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted and hot. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté garlic: Using the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned, scraping up any browned bits left from cooking the chicken.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and stir well to deglaze the pan. Lower the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard (if using), lemon juice, and dried thyme.
- Simmer the sauce: Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- Reheat chicken: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Let them simmer in the sauce for another 2 minutes to heat through and absorb flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and sauce before serving. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- For a lighter cream sauce, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for a juicier, more flavorful option.
