Description
Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken brings comfort straight to your dinner table with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Tender chicken bathed in a rich, tangy sauce becomes the star of weeknight meals that disappear faster than you can say delicious.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauces and Liquids:
- ½ cup smooth Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Mince 3 cloves of garlic into tiny, uniform pieces on your cutting board using a sharp knife.
- Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the surface shimmers slightly.
- Carefully place 4 chicken breasts into the hot skillet, cooking each side for 6-7 minutes until a golden-brown crust forms and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer chicken to a clean plate, keeping the delicious browned bits in the skillet.
- Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic, stirring for 30-45 seconds until a fragrant aroma emerges.
- Pour ½ cup Dijon mustard and 1 cup heavy cream into the skillet, whisking continuously for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and bubbles gently.
- Nestle the chicken breasts back into the creamy sauce, spooning the mixture over each piece.
- Simmer the chicken in the sauce for an additional 3-4 minutes, ensuring every breast is thoroughly coated.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a bright, herbal finish.
Notes
- Choose chicken breasts of similar thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Invest in a meat thermometer to check that chicken reaches 165°F internally without overcooking.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or half-and-half to reduce calories.
- Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper before searing to develop deeper flavor and create a delicious golden crust.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 23-24 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg