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Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms & Dijon Sauce

Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms & Dijon Sauce
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Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms & Dijon Sauce is a quick, comforting, and elegant dish combining tender chicken breasts with juicy mushrooms in a luscious, tangy Dijon cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it offers a rich and flavorful blend of savory mushrooms, bright mustard, and smooth cream that’s easy to prepare and sure to please.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 8 oz cremini or white button mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Dairy

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream

Condiments and Fats

  • 1½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Herbs and Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil and butter together in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides and just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest.
  2. Sauté the Mushrooms and Aromatics: In the same pan, add additional butter if needed. Add sliced mushrooms, chopped shallots, and minced garlic. Sauté until the mushrooms turn golden brown and the shallots become translucent, releasing a fragrant aroma, about 5-6 minutes.
  3. Build the Dijon Cream Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the bottom. Stir in the Dijon mustard and heavy cream. Allow the sauce to gently simmer until it thickens to a silky consistency, approximately 3-5 minutes. Avoid boiling to keep the sauce smooth.
  4. Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy mushroom sauce over each piece. Heat everything through for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh thyme or parsley before serving to add a fresh herbal finish.

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook the chicken and mushrooms in batches if necessary to prevent steaming.
  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking and juicier texture.
  • Cremini or baby bella mushrooms add extra flavor depth compared to white button mushrooms.
  • Deglaze the pan thoroughly to incorporate the flavorful browned bits into the sauce.
  • Simmer the sauce gently to maintain smoothness and prevent cream from separating.

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Keywords: Creamy Chicken, Mushrooms, Dijon Sauce, Quick Dinner, Gluten Free, Easy Weeknight Meal

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