Indulge in the culinary delight of tender chicken smothered in a velvety creamy Dijon herb sauce. This delectable dish offers an exquisite balance of flavors, blending the tangy sharpness of Dijon mustard with a medley of aromatic herbs. The sauce, crafted with a luscious base of cream, adds a touch of richness and elegance to the succulent chicken, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer the crispy allure of pan-seared chicken or the succulent tenderness of oven-roasted perfection, this versatile sauce will elevate your meal to gastronomic heights.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CREAMY DIJON CHICKEN THIGHS WITH BACON AND SPINACH
Pan seared and crispy Chicken Thighs in a smooth and creamy garlic Dijon sauce with Bacon pieces and Spinach! SO EASY and deliciously low carb! Have dinner on the table in less than 20 minutes!
Provided by Karina
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Season chicken with seasoning salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until crispy and cooked through (about 8 minutes each side, depending on thickness). Transfer to a plate; set aside.
- To the same pan or skillet, add the bacon and fry until crispy. Transfer to plate, set aside. Drain some of the bacon fat, leaving about 2 tablespoons.
- Heat butter in the pan and sauté onion until transparent. Sauté garlic, parsley, thyme and rosemary for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add in the white wine to deglaze the pan while scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan; simmer for 3-4 minutes or until wine has reduced by half.
- Pour in cream and Dijon, mix through and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook gently for a further minute to allow the sauce to thicken.
- Add the Parmesan and allow to melt through the sauce. Season with bullion powder and pepper, to taste.
- Add the spinach and allow to wilt. Return chicken to the skillet. Top with the crispy bacon. Sprinkle with extra herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 181 mg, Sodium 881 mg, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKEN WITH HERB SAUCE
"My grandmother gave me the recipe for these moist golden chicken breasts topped with a tangy butter sauce made with chives, parsley and basil," says Irene Cooney of Manheim, Pennsylvania. "It's simple but very good- our family loves it."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of waxed paper; flatten evenly with a mallet. Sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon each of butter and oil; brown chicken over medium-high heat for about 6 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm., Stir broth, chives, parsley, lime juice, basil, mustard and remaining butter and oil into drippings; cook and stir until butter is melted. Serve over chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 556mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.
CREAMY DIJON CHICKEN
This chicken dish is extremely fast and economical. It makes a nice sauce that works well over brown rice or wide noodles. If you want extra sauce for leftovers, double the recipe. -Irene Boffo, Fountain Hills, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together cream, mustard and brown sugar. Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to even thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper., In a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat; brown chicken on both sides. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion and cream mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 10-12 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 621mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
DIJON-TARRAGON CREAM CHICKEN
Chicken breasts bathed in a delicate mustard tarragon sauce. A quick and simple recipe that you can serve on a weeknight but tastes like a French chef came to your house!
Provided by DELTAQUEEN50
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt the butter and heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and place in the skillet. Brown on both sides. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and continue cooking 15 minutes, or until chicken juices run clear. Set aside and keep warm.
- Stir cream into the pan, scraping up brown bits. Mix in mustard and tarragon. Cook and stir 5 minutes, or until thickened. Return chicken to skillet to coat with sauce. Drizzle chicken with remaining sauce to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 120.3 mg, Fat 21 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 226.8 mg
CHICKEN WITH CREAMY HERB SAUCE
Make and share this Chicken With Creamy Herb Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Ashley U
Categories Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer in a 13x9-inch baking dish.
- Pour vinegar over chicken and sprinkle with oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Place garlic cloves in dish.
- Bake for 25 minutes, basting occasionally with pan drippings. Remove garlic from dish and peel.
- Place garlic in a bowl and mash into a paste.
- Add buttermilk and next 6 ingredients; stir with a wire whisk until well blended.
- Cut each breast half diagonally across the grain into slices.
- Arrange 1 slice breast meat on each of 6 plates; spoon 1 1/2 tablespoons sauce over chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.9, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 75.6, Sodium 448.7, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3, Protein 24.7
SAUTEED CHICKEN IN MUSTARD AND HERB SAUCE
Feel as though you've been transported to France in under 30 minutes with this simple dish that's all about the creamy Dijon sauce.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 25m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add chicken and cook until cooked through, 3-4 minutes per side (work in batches if necessary). Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add shallot and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add wine and broth and cook until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Whisk in mustard and cream and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon sauce over chicken and serve with salad of parsley, sliced shallots, and lemon zest.
CHICKEN WITH CREAMY DIJON HERB SAUCE
Make and share this Chicken With Creamy Dijon Herb Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in large nonstick skillet. Cook chicken 10 minutes until golden on both sides.
- Add onion and cook 1 minute.
- Stir in broth, mayonnaise and mustard. Heat to a boil. Simmer, stirring 4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Stir in herbs.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
- TIPS: Try this sauce as a cheater's hollandaise on eggs benedict or steamed asparagus. Replace chicken with pork chops.
Tips:
- To ensure the chicken breasts are evenly cooked, pound them to an even thickness before searing.
- For a more flavorful sauce, use a good quality Dijon mustard. Look for one that is made with whole grain mustard seeds.
- If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just reduce the amount you use by half.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Conclusion:
This chicken with creamy Dijon herb sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a gourmet meal on the table in no time.
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