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Chicken with Mushroom and Onion Dijon Sauce

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A quick and comforting chicken dish featuring a tangy Dijon sauce, caramelized onions, and tender mushrooms, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total) Halve or pound to even thickness if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced (yellow or sweet onion works well)
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini recommended)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Substitute low-sodium or vegetable broth for a lighter taste.
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard Smooth or grainy Dijon both work.
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for 5–6 minutes without moving, until golden. Flip and cook another 5–6 minutes until the chicken reads 165°F (74°C) and is cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside to rest.
  4. In the same skillet, add the sliced onion. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it starts to soften and gain color.
  5. Add the sliced mushrooms. Cook for about 5 minutes more, stirring now and then, until the mushrooms release their juices and become tender.
  6. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth. Add 1/4 cup of Dijon mustard and 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme. Stir until smooth and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it reduce for 2–3 minutes so the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Return the chicken to the pan. Spoon sauce over the breasts and simmer for 1–2 minutes just to heat through and marry flavors.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 36gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a creamier sauce, stir in 2 tablespoons heavy cream at the end. If you prefer a deeper flavor, finish the sauce with a splash of white wine before adding the broth. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently either on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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