Description
Savory Chicken and Leeks is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken with sweet, buttery leeks for a comforting meal your family will love. The tantalizing aroma fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around the table. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress with its rich flavors and vibrant colors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 large fresh leeks, cleaned and chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools: skillet and wooden spoon.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add leeks and garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet; brown both sides for 4-5 minutes until golden.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir in Dijon mustard, scraping up any bits from the skillet.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg