Description
This Creamy Dijon Chicken recipe features juicy chicken breasts simmered in a rich and flavorful Dijon mustard sauce. With a blend of cream, garlic, and white wine, the sauce perfectly complements the tender chicken, creating a dish that's ideal for a special dinner or a simple weeknight meal. Serve it with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy goodness!
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Dijon mustard
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
- White wine (optional)
- Garlic (minced)
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Thyme (fresh or dried)
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add white wine (if using) and cook for 1-2 minutes to reduce.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, chicken broth, and thyme, then bring to a simmer.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir until smooth. Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
- Serve with your favorite side dish and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley.
Notes
- Use whole-grain mustard for extra texture in the sauce.
- If you prefer a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream in place of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg