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Mustard Chicken
Sofia

Mustard Chicken

Juicy chicken simmered in a creamy, tangy mustard sauce with herbs and garlic — a simple yet elegant dish that delivers bold French-inspired flavor with minimal ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Sear the Chicken:
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. Sauté Garlic:
  5. In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Deglaze and Simmer:
  7. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  8. Make the Sauce:
  9. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, and thyme. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  10. Return Chicken:
  11. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce. Simmer 2–3 more minutes to reheat. Add lemon juice if desired.
  12. Serve:
  13. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.

Notes

  • For extra richness, add a splash of white wine when deglazing.
  • Use crème fraîche instead of cream for a tangy twist.
  • Make it dairy-free with coconut cream and olive oil.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.