Description
Creamy dijon chicken elevates weeknight dinners with its luxurious blend of tangy mustard and rich cream sauce. Savory chicken breasts nestle in a silky sauce that promises comfort and sophistication with each delectable bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauce Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken broth
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) pepper
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons (8 g) fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Delicately coat the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, ensuring even seasoning across both surfaces.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, creating a sizzling environment for searing.
- Carefully place the seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, allowing each side to develop a golden-brown crust, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the beautifully seared chicken to a temporary plate, preserving its crispy exterior.
- Without cleaning the skillet, introduce minced garlic, releasing its aromatic essence into the remaining pan drippings.
- Whisk in Dijon mustard and chicken broth, scraping the flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the skillet to enhance the sauce’s depth.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously to create a smooth, velvety consistency that begins to bubble gently.
- Reintroduce the seared chicken into the creamy sauce, reducing heat to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the skillet and allow the chicken to cook thoroughly, ensuring the sauce thickens and the meat reaches perfect doneness.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a vibrant, herbaceous finish before serving immediately.
Notes
- Perfectly tenderize chicken by pounding it to an even thickness before seasoning, ensuring uniform cooking and juiciness.
- Enhance flavor depth by using whole grain Dijon mustard, which adds extra texture and a more robust mustard profile.
- Accommodate dairy-free diets by substituting heavy cream with coconut cream or unsweetened almond milk for a lighter, plant-based alternative.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium chicken broth and controlling salt amounts during seasoning for a heart-healthier version of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg