Creamy Mustard Chicken
This low carb and keto friendly creamy mustard chicken is juicy and delicious. Made with tangy Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, and a touch of cream, it is a decadent recipe that is perfect for entertaining but easy enough for a family meal. Bonus is that it is a one pan meal so clean up is easy peasy!
Equipment
- 1 tongs
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- pink salt
- cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3/4 cup chicken bone broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard or whole grain mustard
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves chopped (can sub 2 teaspoons dried)
- Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season well with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil.
- Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through, then remove with tongs to a plate.
- Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet.
- Cook the onions for 5-6 minutes until soft and translucent, add the garlic during the last minute.
- Pour in the bone broth and stir to remove any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, then simmer to reduce for about 3 minutes.
- Stir in mustard, heavy cream, lemon juice, and thyme leaves.
- Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper if needed.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet to cook for a minute or two to warm.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Disclaimer
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Nutrition
Calories: 467kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 47gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 247mgSodium: 397mgPotassium: 668mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 626IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 3mg
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