Description
This Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken recipe features tender chicken cutlets cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a luscious, creamy sauce made with Dijon mustard, honey, and heavy cream. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect dish for weeknight dinners that combines savory, sweet, and tangy flavors in a comforting, rich sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- All-purpose flour, for dredging
Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- â…“ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides of the cutlets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge each piece in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess flour before cooking.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted and the skillet is hot, add the floured chicken cutlets. Cook them for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, then pour in the chicken broth. Stir to loosen any browned bits from the pan. Add Dijon mustard and honey, stirring continuously until the mustard is completely dissolved and the sauce starts to bubble gently.
- Add Cream and Simmer: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the sauce back to a simmer over medium heat. Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the skillet, spooning some sauce over them. Let everything cook together for an additional 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Serve the creamy honey mustard chicken immediately, spooning extra sauce over the top. It pairs wonderfully with sides like rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, garnish with freshly chopped parsley or thyme before serving.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier alternative.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer or add a slurry of flour and water before adding the cream.
- Ensure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking chicken to achieve a nice golden crust.
