Description
This Delicious Rosemary Dijon Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts seared to perfection and coated in a savory Dijon mustard and fresh rosemary sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an elegant yet easy meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavor and help with searing.
- Sear the chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear them for about 4–5 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust and reach an internal temperature of 165°F, indicating they are fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: Using the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped rosemary and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then stir in 3 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and ½ cup of chicken broth. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and the flavors meld together.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the rosemary Dijon sauce over the top of each breast. Cook everything together for an additional 1–2 minutes, allowing the chicken to soak up the flavors and warm through.
- Serve: Transfer the chicken to plates and drizzle with any extra sauce from the skillet. This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- You can substitute dried rosemary if fresh is not available; use one-third of the amount.
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of cream to the sauce before simmering.
- To add extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Dijon mustard and rosemary for 30 minutes prior to cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
