Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
271 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken
Description
The recipe starts by seasoning chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then searing them in olive oil until golden and nearly cooked through. A sauce is prepared by whisking gluten-free flour into milk to create a smooth base that thickens when combined with chicken broth, Dijon mustard, honey, and optional chili flakes.
The seared chicken and broccoli are added back into the sauce, cooking gently until the chicken is fully cooked and the broccoli becomes tender but still vibrant. The resulting dish offers a mustard-forward, slightly sweet sauce with creamy texture that complements the mild flavor of the chicken and bright green broccoli.
Fresh chopped parsley added at the end brightens the flavor. Variations in milk and broth types accommodate dietary preferences without altering the core flavor balance significantly.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts about 8 oz each, cut lengthwise
- salt to taste, Kosher
- black pepper to taste, Kosher
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2/3 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 tbsp gluten free flour
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes optional or to taste
- 1 medium broccoli head
- 2 tbsp parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Set aside on a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk the flour with almond milk until it is fully combined.
- To the same preheated skillet, add the chicken broth. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes, then add the almond milk mixture, Dijon mustard, honey and chili flakes, if using. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Once the sauce has thickened, add in the chicken and broccoli. Continue to cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and broccoli is tender.
Notes
- Use any milk you prefer; 2% dairy milk provides a balanced consistency, but dairy-free alternatives work with slight textural changes.
- Chicken breasts can be substituted with boneless thighs; slicing them thinner ensures thorough cooking.
- If broccoli is not preferred, substitute with other vegetables like green beans for variety.
- Chicken broth can be swapped with vegetable broth if desired without impacting flavor heavily.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 271 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1- chicken breast | |
| Calories | 271kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 382mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 1052mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1344IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 140mg | 156% |
| Calcium | 162mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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