Description
Creamy Dijon Chicken is a quick and elegant skillet dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and coated in a luscious Dijon mustard creamy sauce. This recipe combines the tangy sharpness of Dijon mustard with rich heavy cream and a splash of white wine to create a flavorful, comforting meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
Sauce
- ½ cup dry white wine
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Season chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance flavor.
- Heat Oil: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, heating until shimmering.
- Cook Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside to keep warm.
- Melt Butter: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Deglaze Pan: Pour in the dry white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to lift any browned bits, enriching the flavor of the sauce.
- Add Cream and Mustard: Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Season Sauce: Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed to balance flavors.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them well with the creamy Dijon sauce.
- Simmer: Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for a few minutes to absorb the flavors and warm through thoroughly.
- Garnish: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the chicken if desired for a fresh, vibrant finish.
- Serve: Serve the creamy Dijon chicken over your choice of pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes to create a complete meal.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier, more flavorful dish.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- Dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio works best for deglazing.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad.
