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Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

This Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce features juicy pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a creamy, tangy cheddar sauce flavored with Dijon mustard and a touch of honey. It’s rich, comforting, and perfect for weeknight dinners. The sauce also doubles as a delicious dip for pretzels or a drizzle for vegetables and pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Slowly whisk in milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
  6. Add shredded cheddar, Dijon mustard, honey, paprika, and salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
  8. Serve hot with extra sauce.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest sauce.
  • Do not boil after adding cheese to prevent curdling.
  • Adjust mustard and honey to taste.
  • Thin the sauce with a splash of milk if needed.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.