Dijon Dill Chicken
This Dijon dill chicken is a simple skillet dinner made with pan-seared chicken breasts and a creamy mustard-dill sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Pour the chicken broth into the same skillet, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the sour cream, Dijon mustard, and fresh dill until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Let the sauce simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Cook for 2 minutes, just until the chicken is warmed through.
- Garnish with additional fresh dill and serve warm.
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Notes
- Pound thicker chicken breasts: Lightly pounding helps the chicken cook evenly and prevents dry edges.
- Don’t rush the sear: Let the chicken develop a golden crust before flipping; this adds flavor to both the chicken and the sauce.
- Lower the heat for the sauce: Reducing the heat before adding sour cream prevents curdling and keeps the sauce smooth.
- Scrape the pan well: The browned bits left behind after searing add depth and flavor to the sauce.
- Taste before serving: Dijon mustard varies in strength, so adjust salt or add a splash of broth if needed.
- Garnish just before serving: Fresh dill added at the end keeps the flavor bright and fresh.
- Serving suggestions: Pair with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes or serve alongside Sautéed Broccolini for a balanced, weeknight-friendly meal.
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