Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Pan Seared Chicken Breasts with Lemon Mustard Sauce. This dish features succulent chicken breasts seared to perfection, topped with a zesty lemon mustard sauce that adds a delightful tang. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it’s a quick and impressive meal that will elevate your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels; season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken breasts; sear undisturbed for 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip chicken; add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and Dijon mustard; pour over the chicken.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 125mg