Description
This French Mustard Chicken is a comforting and elegant dish featuring tender boneless chicken breasts simmered to perfection in a creamy Dijon mustard sauce enriched with fresh herbs. It combines rich flavors and a velvety sauce that’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For Cooking
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- ⅓ cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts to prepare them for cooking.
- Heat Oil and Butter: In a large skillet, warm 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat to create a flavorful base for searing the chicken.
- Sear Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Remove Chicken: Take the seared chicken out of the skillet and set it aside temporarily to keep warm.
- Sauté Shallot: In the same skillet, add the finely chopped shallot and cook for about 2 minutes until it softens and becomes translucent.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic, cooking it for 30 seconds to release its aroma without burning.
- Add Mustard and Broth: Whisk in the Dijon mustard and chicken broth to combine and begin forming the sauce base.
- Add Cream and Thyme: Stir in the heavy cream and fresh thyme leaves to enrich the sauce and add herbaceous flavor.
- Return Chicken: Place the chicken breasts back into the skillet, nestling them in the sauce.
- Simmer: Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 10 to 15 minutes, or until fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened to a creamy consistency.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving warm, adding a fresh, vibrant touch.
Notes
- Serve this dish alongside creamy mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- For additional texture and a slight tang, substitute a portion of the Dijon mustard with whole-grain mustard.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
