Chicken with Cranberry Dijon Mustard Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistibly sweet and tangy Chicken with Cranberry Dijon Mustard Sauce. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious blend of whole berry cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for the perfect balance of flavors. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 35 minutes, combines the rich depth of a pan-scraped butter sauce with the boldness of cranberries and mustard, making it a standout meal that's as impressive as it is simple. Serve it with your favorite roasted vegetables or a side of buttery mashed potatoes, and don't forget the fresh thyme garnish for a hint of elegance. This dish will wow both weeknight crowds and holiday guests alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Let it melt and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a spatula.
Stir in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add the cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, and honey. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and well combined. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cover and let cook for an additional 5 minutes to warm the chicken and infuse the flavors.
Serve the chicken warm, topped with the cranberry Dijon mustard sauce. Garnish with fresh thyme, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.4 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 4138 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.1 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 108.5 g | ||
| Protein | 219.8 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2094 mg | 45% | |
*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.
