Chicken with Basil and Mustard Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Chicken with Basil and Mustard Sauce—a flavorful fusion of creamy, tangy, and herbaceous goodness. Tender seared chicken breasts are simmered to perfection in a luscious sauce made with Dijon mustard, heavy cream, and a splash of chicken broth, then brightened with fresh basil and a hint of lemon juice. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for both busy evenings and special occasions. Serve this richly sauced dish over mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or alongside a fresh green salad for a satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare, this recipe is destined to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze it and incorporate the browned bits.
Stir in the Dijon mustard and heavy cream, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, covering them with the sauce. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Add the chopped basil leaves and lemon juice to the sauce, stirring to combine. Simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the chicken hot, drizzled with the basil and mustard sauce. Pair it with mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.9 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.2 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 812 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 4544 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 220.0 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
