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Skillet Creamy Dijon Chicken with Thyme

A close-up of seared chicken breast topped with creamy dijon chicken sauce and garnished with fresh thyme.
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Make this simple, comforting skillet chicken dish for a weeknight dinner. The sauce features rich cream and sharp Dijon mustard.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Place the chicken in the hot skillet and sear for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. If using wine, pour in the white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the wine reduce by half, about 2 minutes.
  6. Whisk in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard until the sauce is smooth. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  7. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the creamy Dijon cream sauce over the chicken.
  8. Cook for 1 minute to heat the chicken through. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve this Dijon mustard chicken recipe over rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce.
  • For a lower-carb option, serve with steamed green beans or cauliflower mash.
  • If you do not use wine, substitute it with 1/2 cup of chicken broth.

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