Description

This comforting and elegant French-inspired chicken dish features a rich, creamy mustard sauce that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your dinner table. Perfect for family nights or special gatherings, it offers a beautiful balance of savory, tangy, and herby notes while staying simple and quick enough for any home cook.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: chopped parsley for garnish

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Season both sides of the chicken with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden, then remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté the chopped onion until softened. Add the garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the pan to release any browned bits for added flavor.
Stir in the Dijon mustard and whole-grain mustard until fully blended.
Add the heavy cream and thyme, stirring well. Season again lightly with salt and pepper if needed.
Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling each piece into the sauce.
Cover and let simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For an even creamier texture, allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes. Chicken thighs may be used instead of breasts for extra juiciness. Serve with potatoes, vegetables, rice, or pasta to enjoy every bit of the flavorful mustard sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes