Description
This Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken recipe features tender chicken cutlets cooked to golden perfection and simmered in a luscious, creamy honey mustard sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick and delicious dinner option that combines savory, sweet, and tangy flavors in one skillet meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Flour, for dredging
Sauce and Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Slice each large chicken breast in half lengthwise to create four smaller cutlets. Season each cutlet evenly with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Then, dredge each piece lightly in flour, shaking off any excess to ensure an even coating.
- Heat the pan: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil along with one tablespoon of butter. Allow the butter to melt and the pan to become hot but not smoking.
- Cook the chicken: Add the coated chicken cutlets to the hot skillet. Cook each side for about 4 to 5 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. If the oil splatters excessively, lower the heat slightly to prevent burning. Remove the browned chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Make the sauce base: Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the remaining two tablespoons of butter, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and honey to the pan. Stir well to combine all ingredients, ensuring the mustard dissolves smoothly into the liquid.
- Simmer the sauce: Return the skillet to the stove over medium heat. Gently stir the sauce as it warms, being careful not to let it reduce completely. This helps develop the rich flavors of the sauce without burning it.
- Add cream and chicken: Pour the heavy cream into the sauce, stirring until the sauce begins to bubble. Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet, submerging them slightly in the sauce. Let everything cook together for about 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to finish cooking thoroughly and the sauce to thicken to your desired consistency.
Notes
- Cutting the chicken breasts into cutlets ensures even and quick cooking.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; adding a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne can add a nice twist.
- Use full-fat heavy cream for the creamiest sauce.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer to reduce further before adding the chicken.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
