Description
This Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken recipe is a delightful combination of tender chicken breasts in a rich, flavorful creamy Dijon sauce. Perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 (6 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
For the Sauce:
- 2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard (Grey Poupon recommended)
- 1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp honey
- Fresh parsley, minced, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Flatten the Chicken: Using a meat mallet, flatten the chicken portions to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a skillet, season chicken with salt and pepper, cook for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, add chicken broth, thyme, and sage. Let reduce, then stir in cream, mustard, and honey. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Serve: Plate the chicken, pour sauce over the top, and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken, Chicken in Dijon Sauce, Creamy Chicken Recipe
