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Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms and Dijon Sauce

Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms and Dijon Sauce
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Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms and Dijon Sauce is a comforting, elegant dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection, smothered in a rich and silky sauce made from earthy mushrooms, tangy Dijon mustard, and luscious heavy cream. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this recipe combines bold flavors with velvety textures for a truly memorable meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Mushroom and Sauce

  • 8 ounces fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, freshly minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter (additional for sautéing mushrooms, optional)

Garnish (Optional)

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside to rest.
  2. Sauté the Mushrooms and Garlic: In the same skillet, add more butter or olive oil if needed. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until they release moisture and become a deep golden brown. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant, building the base flavor of the sauce.
  3. Build the Dijon Cream Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Stir in the Dijon mustard and whisk in the heavy cream until smooth. Simmer gently over low heat until the sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld together.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the rested chicken breasts to the skillet along with any juices on the plate. Spoon the creamy mushroom and Dijon sauce over the chicken, coating evenly. Warm through for a few minutes to immerse the chicken in flavor.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and a light dusting of cracked black pepper on top for brightness and color before serving.

Notes

  • Pat the chicken dry before cooking to get a better sear and deeper flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken or mushrooms to avoid steaming and ensure caramelization.
  • Use fresh Dijon mustard for best pungency and brightness in the sauce.
  • Simmer the sauce gently on low heat to prevent the cream from splitting.
  • Allow chicken to rest after cooking so juices redistribute for moist, tender bites.

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Keywords: creamy chicken, mushrooms, dijon sauce, dinner, quick recipe, comfort food, gluten free

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