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Easy Creamy Dijon Chicken Skillet

Two pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a creamy Dijon sauce and garnished with fresh thyme.
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Make this restaurant-style Creamy Dijon Chicken for an elegant yet easy dinner. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a rich, tangy mustard cream sauce perfect for weeknight chicken meals.

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
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts 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 to the hot skillet and cook 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.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the broth simmer for 1 minute.
  6. Whisk in the Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, and dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  7. Pour in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 to 4 minutes. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the creamy Dijon sauce over the chicken.
  9. Heat through for 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately over mashed potatoes or rice.

Notes

  • For a slightly sweeter flavor, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of honey for 1 tablespoon of the heavy cream.
  • If you prefer using chicken thighs, adjust the cooking time as needed until they reach a safe internal temperature.
  • This sauce pairs well with roasted vegetables or steamed green beans for a low carb chicken dinner.

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