Chicken In Creamy Mustard Sauce
Tender chicken cutlets cooked in a creamy Dijon mustard sauce with herbs, onion, and garlic. This one-pan dinner takes about 35 minutes from start to finish and works for both weeknights and casual entertaining.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 458kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 ½ pounds chicken cutlets
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 small onion or shallot minced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ cup white wine or water
- 1 ½ tablespoons fresh rosemary or tarragon chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 cup lower-sodium chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper, and add them to the skillet and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, until lightly browned. Work in batches if needed. Remove the meat from the pan and keep it warm.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet.
- Add the minced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits.
- Add rosemary, chicken broth, heavy cream, and Dijon mustard. Whisk to combine.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the pan or pour the sauce over the chicken to serve.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
- If using dried herbs, reduce the amount to about 1 teaspoon.
- White wine adds depth, but water works in a pinch without ruining the dish.
- Do not overcook the chicken cutlets; they cook quickly and can dry out fast.
- For a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer or reduce slightly before adding the chicken back.
- This dish is best served fresh, as cream sauces tend to lose texture when reheated.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 458kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 159mg | Sodium: 839mg | Potassium: 801mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 734IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 1mg
