Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, zesty delight of Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce. This dish features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, tangy sauce that elevates any meal, making it perfect for both family dinners and entertaining guests. Easy to prepare, this recipe will have your loved ones raving and craving more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Sear until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant (approximately 30 seconds). Stir in Dijon mustard until chicken is well-coated.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring gently. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake uncovered for about 20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute cheddar with gouda or add herbs like thyme for extra flavor. For a lighter version, swap heavy cream for Greek yogurt.