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Smothered chicken breasts in creamy sauce served in a skillet with fresh parsley

Smothered Chicken Breasts

Tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a rich, creamy sauce made with sauteed onions, garlic, Dijon mustard, and cream. A comforting and hearty meal ready in 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter version
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165 degrees F). Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
  5. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Stir in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen any brown bits.
  7. Add the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and dried thyme. Stir to combine.
  8. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them.
  9. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or coconut milk for a lighter or dairy-free version. Stir in grated parmesan for extra richness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer.
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