Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of pan-seared chicken breasts drizzled with a zesty lemon mustard sauce. This dish features tender, juicy chicken with a crispy exterior, enhanced by the bright acidity of fresh lemon and the tangy richness of Dijon mustard. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe promises to impress with its delightful taste and stunning presentation.
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 (optional): parsley or thyme
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil until shimmering.
- Carefully place chicken in the skillet without crowding; cook undisturbed for 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip each breast gently using tongs; cook for another 6-7 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Then stir in lemon juice and Dijon mustard until combined.
- If desired, add fresh herbs to the sauce and let simmer briefly before returning chicken to coat in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg