Easy Dijon Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this creamy and flavorful Easy Dijon Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich, velvety sauce made with Dijon mustard, garlic, and heavy cream, this dish strikes the perfect balance of tangy and savory. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an ideal option for busy nights when you need a comforting yet impressive meal. A splash of chicken broth adds depth, while fresh parsley offers a pop of color and freshness. Pair this versatile dish with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying dinner that’s bound to become a family favorite. Perfect for those seeking quick chicken recipes, creamy sauces, or easy skillet meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a meat mallet, pound the chicken to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and ground black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring frequently.
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Whisk in the Dijon mustard and heavy cream until smooth and well combined. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
Return the chicken breasts and any juices that have collected on the plate back to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, occasionally spooning sauce over the chicken, until the sauce thickens and the chicken is heated through.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt and pepper.
Transfer the chicken to serving plates and spoon the Dijon sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm with your choice of side, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.2 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.3 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 863 mg | 288% | |
| Sodium | 4552 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 220.0 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2112 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.
