Description
Indulge in the succulent flavors of pan-seared chicken breasts, perfectly complemented by a zesty lemon mustard sauce. This quick and easy recipe transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into memorable gatherings, making it a must-try for any home cook. With its vibrant presentation and delightful taste, this dish will leave your family and friends craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by patting the chicken breasts dry and seasoning them generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and sear for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown on one side before flipping.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the lemon mustard mixture over the chicken in the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and let simmer for another 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 120mg