Description
Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seared and then simmered in a rich, velvety herb cream sauce, making this easy one-pan dish perfect for a flavorful and comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves)
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped)
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 75°C). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, scraping up the browned bits from the pan for extra flavor.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and Parmesan (if using). Let the sauce simmer for 3–5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece. Simmer for 2–3 minutes more to meld the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables.
Notes
- Chicken thighs can be used for richer flavor; adjust cook time as needed.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or whole milk with a little cornstarch.
- Full-fat coconut milk makes a great dairy-free substitute.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently to preserve the creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
