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Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms and Dijon Sauce

Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms and Dijon Sauce
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Easy Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms and Dijon Sauce combines tender chicken breasts with earthy mushrooms and a rich, tangy Dijon cream sauce. This elegant yet comforting dish comes together quickly in one skillet, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests without fuss.

Ingredients

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Chicken

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

Sauce

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots or 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for sautéing)

Garnish

  • Fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
  2. Sauté Mushrooms and Aromatics: In the same skillet, add more butter if needed. Sauté minced garlic and shallots until fragrant and translucent. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 6-8 minutes until they release moisture and begin to brown, developing deep flavor.
  3. Build the Dijon Cream Sauce: Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream. Mix well and let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens slightly and flavors meld, creating a smooth, velvety texture.
  4. Combine and Finish: Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the chicken and cook for a few more minutes to rewarm and blend flavors. Finish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

  • Pat chicken dry before searing to ensure a good sear.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking mushrooms to allow proper browning.
  • Use full-fat heavy cream for the richest texture and flavor.
  • Deglaze the pan thoroughly to incorporate flavorful browned bits into the sauce.
  • Let the chicken rest after searing to keep it juicy and tender.

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Keywords: creamy chicken, mushroom sauce, Dijon mustard, easy dinner, weeknight recipe, one-pan dish, gluten free

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