Description
This Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a rich, flavorful creamy honey mustard sauce. It’s a perfect weeknight dinner that combines sweet, tangy, and savory elements in a simple yet elegant skillet dish, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- All-purpose flour, for dredging
Cooking Fats
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
Sauce
- ⅓ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to infuse flavor.
- Dredge Chicken: Lightly coat each chicken cutlet in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess to avoid clumping and ensure a light crust when cooked.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken cutlets and cook each side until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and honey. Stir continuously until the mustard dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble, forming the sauce base.
- Add Cream and Simmer: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the sauce back to a gentle simmer. Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the skillet and simmer until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (about 5-7 minutes).
- Serve: Serve the creamy honey mustard chicken immediately, pairing it with your favorite sides such as rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when browning chicken to ensure an even sear.
- If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of chicken broth or water to reach desired consistency.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is safely cooked but remains juicy.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed broccoli, green beans, or roasted root vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
