Creamy Mustard Chicken Over Fluffy Rice: A Tangy and Comforting Dinner

Ingredients:

• For the Chicken:
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
• For the Mustard Sauce:
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• For the Rice:
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Prepare the Rice:

1. Cook Rice:
   • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
   • In a medium saucepan, bring water and a pinch of salt to a boil.
   • Add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
   • Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Cook the Chicken:

2. Season and Sear Chicken:
   • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
   • Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.

Make the Mustard Sauce:

3. Prepare Sauce:
   • In the same skillet, add chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any brown bits from the chicken.
   • Stir in heavy cream, whole grain mustard, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper.
   • Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.

Combine and Serve:

4. Finish the Dish:
   • Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the breasts.
   • Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat the chicken and infuse it with the sauce.
   • Serve the creamy mustard chicken over the prepared fluffy rice, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Conclusion:

This Creamy Mustard Chicken is an ideal dish for a hearty dinner, offering a rich blend of flavors that are sure to delight your taste buds. The creamy sauce, infused with the zest of mustard, perfectly complements the juicy chicken, making it a dish worth repeating. Enjoy your meal!