Golden-seared chicken simmered in a creamy Dijon mustard sauce with sweet caramelized onions. A comforting one-pan dinner packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
¾ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-low heat.
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Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 25–30 minutes until deeply golden and soft. Remove and set aside.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until browned.
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Lower heat to medium, add garlic, and cook for 30 seconds.
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Pour in broth and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Stir in Dijon mustard and cream until well combined.
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Return onions and chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
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Uncover, reduce sauce if needed, add fresh herbs, adjust seasoning, and serve.