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Easy Creamy Dijon Chicken with Pan Sauce

Close-up of a perfectly seared chicken breast smothered in a creamy, speckled dijon chicken sauce on a white plate.
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Make this simple, rich, and creamy Dijon chicken for an elegant weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts cook quickly and are coated in a luscious mustard cream sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the hot skillet and sear for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, keeping it warm.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the broth simmer and reduce slightly for 1 minute.
  6. Whisk in the Dijon mustard and whole grain mustard until smooth.
  7. Pour in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3 to 4 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the creamy Dijon sauce over the chicken.
  9. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For an extra layer of flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts; adjust cooking time as needed.
  • Serve this tender chicken breast dish over mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the delicious mustard sauce.
  • If you prefer a tangier glaze, add 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice to the sauce at the end.

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