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Dijon Chicken Breasts

Tender & juicy chicken breast is simmered in a creamy Dijon sauce on the stovetop for a quick & easy dinner!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 287 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts approximately 5-6 oz each
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ⅓ cup dry white wine
  • ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream or evaporated milk
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme leaves or 1 sprig fresh thyme

Instructions

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  1. Pound chicken to 1-inch thick and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet and cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until browned and the chicken reaches 165°F. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside lightly covering with foil.
  3. Add butter and garlic to the pan. Cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in white wine, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer until the wine is reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
  5. Whisk in remaining ingredients and simmer for 2-4 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  6. Add chicken back to the pan along with any juices and cook just until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Notes

  • Pound the chicken breasts so they cook evenly.
  • Use a large skillet to ensure the chicken browns and the sauce reduces well. If the chicken is too crowded it will not brown well.
  • Be sure that a meat thermometer reads 165°F, don't overcook. 
  • White wine adds great flavor to the sauce and it is highly recommended. I keep an inexpensive bottle of white wine for cooking in the fridge.
  • White wine substitutions include chicken or veggie broth, or a tablespoon or so of white wine vinegar.
  • Choose a dry (not sweet) white wine like Pinot Gris or Sauvignon Blanc.
  • Parmesan and parsley make a great optional garnish for this recipe. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 287 (14%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 108mg (36%) Sodium 776mg (32%) Potassium 480mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 433IU (9%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 287

% Daily Value*

Calories 287 14%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 108mg 36%
Sodium 776mg 32%
Potassium 480mg 10%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 433IU 9%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 29mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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