Tender chicken in a rich Dijon mustard cream sauce with sweet caramelized onions. A comforting one-pan dinner that’s packed with flavor and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 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 cloves garlic, 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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Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-low.
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Add onions and salt. Cook slowly, stirring often, for 25–30 minutes until caramelized. Remove and set aside.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper. Raise heat to medium-high and sear for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden.
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Lower heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
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Add broth and scrape the pan to deglaze. Stir in mustard and cream until combined.
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Return onions and chicken to the pan. Cover and simmer on low for 10–15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
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Uncover and simmer a few more minutes to thicken if needed. Stir in herbs, adjust seasoning, and serve.