Gingered Pear Chicken Dijon
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Gingered Pear Chicken Dijon recipe—a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Juicy chicken breasts are seared to perfection, then simmered in a luxurious sauce made with ripe pears, fresh ginger, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. The addition of thyme and a thickened chicken stock base enhances the dish with depth and warmth, creating a gourmet experience that's ready in just 40 minutes. Perfectly paired with fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes, this recipe offers a delightful balance of unique ingredients and straightforward techniques, making it a must-try for home cooks seeking elegance and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
- 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with half of the salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, then sauté the chopped onion and grated ginger for 2-3 minutes until aromatic and softened.
Add the sliced pears to the pan and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Pour in the chicken stock, Dijon mustard, honey, thyme, and the remaining salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to form a slurry. Stir the slurry into the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Serve the chicken and pears warm, generously drizzled with the gingered Dijon sauce over rice, mashed potatoes, or your choice of side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.8 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 593 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 3694 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.0 g | ||
| Protein | 229.2 g | 458% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| 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.
