Chicken Dijonnaise - This easy, one-pan chicken dijonnaise comes together in about 25 minutes making it perfect for a busy weeknight or any night when you want something special without a lot of work.
Boneless chicken breasts coated in flour are pan-fried in butter until cooked through. The flour forms a crunchy, golden-brown coating on the outside that is positively delicious. The chicken is removed and a sauce is made with the buttery drippings left in the bottom of the pan.
Heavy whipping cream, white wine(or chicken broth) and Dijon mustard plus a few chopped green onions make up the sauce that comes together in under five minutes.
It’s super creamy with a hint of mustard that isn’t overpowering in the least. Even if you don’t like mustard, chances are you’ll like this sauce. . .
Promise, promise, promise.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Dijonnaise :
- Ready in about 30 minutes—perfect for busy nights.
- Creamy, tangy sauce that takes basic chicken up a notch.
- Simple ingredients you probably already have.
- One pan means easy cleanup!
- Tastes restaurant-quality without the restaurant price tag.
What To Serve With Chicken Dijonnaise :
- Steamed rice, buttery mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Roasted green beans, asparagus, or a crisp green salad.
- A simple glass of white wine if you’re feeling fancy!
Frequently Asked Questions :
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Absolutely—boneless thighs work great. You might need a few extra minutes of cook time.
What can I use instead of white wine?
Chicken broth works perfectly for a non-alcoholic option.
Is the sauce spicy?
Nope! Dijon mustard gives it tang and flavor, not heat. You can always adjust to taste.
Can I make this ahead of time?
The sauce is best fresh, but leftovers keep well for 2–3 days. Reheat gently so the sauce doesn’t separate.
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📖 Recipe
Chicken Dijonnaise
Ingredients
- 3 - 4 boneless chicken breasts
- sea or kosher salt and fresh black pepper
- ½ cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions divided
- ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic on a cutting board and pound out to an even thickness ¾ - 1-inch thick.
- Season them well with salt and pepper.
- Place the flour or cornstarch in a wide shallow bowl. Dredge the chicken breasts coating them lightly on each side.
- Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Add the chicken and cook about 7 - 8 minutes. Turn them over and cook another 5 - 7 minutes or so - until internal temperature on a meat thermometer (into the center of the breast) registers 165 - 174 degrees F.
- Remove the chicken breasts to a platter and cover with foil.
- Add 1 + ½ tablespoons green onions to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the heavy whipping cream and whisk the wine and mustard into it.
- Bring to a simmer while whisking and cook 2 - 3 minutes.
- Ladle over the chicken and garnish with the remaining green onions to serve.
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Chicken Dijonnaise is that perfect mix of cozy and classy—a dish that feels a little elevated without adding extra work. It’s my little weeknight secret weapon for when I want something comforting but still fresh and flavorful.
Let me know if you give it a try—are you a sauce person like me? Trust me, you’ll be spooning extra sauce on everything!
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