French Mustard Chicken
A delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy, flavorful mustard sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned chicken breasts for about five minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the butter and melt it over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for around four minutes until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to lift the browned bits.
- Allow the broth to simmer for about three minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, and fresh thyme leaves, and let it simmer for about five minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and let it soak in the sauce for another five minutes.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving.
Notes
You can serve this dish with fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. For added flavor, consider adjusting the mustard levels to your taste.