Chicken with Creamy Mustard Chive Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Chicken with Creamy Mustard Chive Sauce—a dish that strikes the perfect balance between comfort and sophistication. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are bathed in a luscious pan sauce crafted from fragrant shallots, minced garlic, and a blend of chicken broth, heavy cream, and tangy Dijon mustard. Freshly chopped chives and a splash of lemon juice add a bright, herbaceous finish to this velvety sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a culinary delight that pairs beautifully with roasted potatoes, fluffy rice, or crisp steamed vegetables. Perfect for busy evenings or elegant entertaining, this dish will quickly become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter, unsalted
- 1 large Shallot, minced
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Chicken broth or stock
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a clean surface and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken breasts in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate, tenting it loosely with foil.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced shallot and garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and softened.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Add the chopped chives to the sauce, stirring well. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy mustard and chive sauce over the top. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is warmed through and coated in the sauce.
Serve the chicken hot, garnished with additional chives if desired. Pair with steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or rice to complete the meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.7 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.0 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 774 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 4477 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 219.3 g | 439% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2025 mg | 43% | |
*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.
