20-Minute Creamy Mustard Chicken Thighs
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this 20-Minute Creamy Mustard Chicken Thighs recipe. Juicy, tender chicken thighs are enveloped in a luscious creamy mustard sauce, bringing a perfect balance of tangy and savory notes to your dinner table. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a special occasion, this dish promises to impress even the pickiest eaters. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s destined to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken thighs for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Add minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Deglaze the pan with a splash of water or broth.
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard, simmering for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, coating them in the sauce, and cook on low heat for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot over rice or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or substituting Dijon mustard with whole grain mustard. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently in a skillet.