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Creamy Garlic Dijon Chicken Skillet

Two golden-brown chicken breasts smothered in a creamy, herb-flecked sauce, showcasing the delicious dijon chicken recipe.
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Make this creamy garlic Dijon chicken skillet for a flavorful, easy weeknight dinner. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a rich, tangy sauce that coats tender chicken breasts.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 1 minute.
  6. Whisk in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard until the sauce is smooth. Stir in the dried thyme. Let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens slightly, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  7. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving immediately. Serve this easy chicken dinner over rice or with steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • For a tangier sauce, use whole grain Dijon mustard instead of smooth.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a splash more chicken broth at the end.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts in this quick chicken skillet recipe.

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