Description
This Creamy Dijon Chicken is a savory and indulgent dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a creamy Dijon mustard sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions. Serve it over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete, flavorful meal!
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ cup dry white wine
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Make the Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
- Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard, and let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Combine & Serve
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for a few minutes until fully coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream for half-and-half.
- Vegetarian option: Substitute chicken with mushrooms or tofu.
- Add veggies: Stir in spinach or peas for added color and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
