Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken With Crispy Bacon
This dish combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy honey mustard sauce and crispy bacon, making it a delightful weeknight dinner.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 540kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Bacon
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Oil and Butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Cream and Sauces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
Spices
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and pepper
Garnish
- to taste fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove, crumble, and set aside.
- Add olive oil and butter to the same skillet. Sear chicken on both sides for 5-7 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add heavy cream, honey, Dijon mustard, and optional apple cider vinegar to the skillet. Stir and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top to coat.
- Top with crumbled bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a richer flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of cream to maintain sauce consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 540kcal | Fat: 34g