Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken and Mushrooms

By Rena Awada | Updated On October 19, 2021

Nothing tastes better than creamy and succulent chicken breast and this Dijon Mustard Chicken recipe cooked in a delicious creamy parmesan mustard and mushroom sauce is the perfect chicken recipe to add to your weekly dinner menu.

top view of chicken breast in creamy sauce in a black skillet


If you are looking for a new way to cook chicken, then this Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken recipe is perfect for you. The chicken breasts are perfectly cooked on a skillet and then tossed in with a creamy parmesan mustard sauce with loads of tender mushroom. It is very tasty and the chicken comes our so tender and juicy. Perfect to serve with a side of rice/cauliflower rice or some spaghetti. Of course, you can keep it a low-carb meal by serving with some zucchini noodles. This Dijon mustard chicken recipe is easy to make and ready in just about 30 minutes.

Why you will love this mustard chicken recipe

  • Creamy good: If you don’t love mustard stop right here and go find my other chicken recipes that are just as delcious but without all the deliciouness of intense mustard flavors. This mustard chicken is so delicious, creamy and extra juicy.
  • Low carb: If you are looking for a low-carb chicken recipe, then you will love this creamy parmesan mustard chicken and mushroom recipe. Perfect if you are on keto!
  • Easy to make: Making this creamy chicken and mushroom meal is super easy to make and can be ready in just 30 minutes.
top view creamy chicken breast in a black skillet

Ingredients you will need to make this creamy chicken and mushroom recipe

To make this creamy dijon mustard chicken and mushroom recipe, you will need the following ingredients. Please keep scrolling down to the recipe card for the full measurements.

  • chicken breast, or 4 medium – if you prefer using boneless chicken thighs thats also fine.
  • avocado oil – you will need oil, any oil you have handy will work
  • old bay seasoning – we love old bay seasoning with chicken, but you may use any other chicken seasoning of choice that you already have at home. No need to go out and buy extra ingredients you don’t normally use.
  • onion powder 
  • Salt and pepper, to taste 
  • low sodium chicken broth – or you can use vegetable broth
  • garlic cloves – we prefer that you use fresh garlic but if you must, you can use garlic powder
  • coconut milk – you will need the creamy thick coconut milk and not the ones you drink. I use Thai coconut milk
  • Cremini mushroom – use fresh mushrooms if you can as opposed to canned mushrooms
  • Dijon Mustard – if you have honey dijon use that instead and skip the honey (the next ingredient)
  • honey 
  • lemon pepper
  • grated Parmesan cheese – if you have grated Romano cheese, you can use that instead.
  • Fresh parsley, to garnish – totally optional ingredient
ingredients to make mustard chicken

How to make this creamy dijon mustard chicken

  • Prep the chicken: Pound chicken and make sure they all have same thickness. Season the chicken with old bay seasoning, salt and pepper, and onion powder. 
seasoned raw chicken breast on a white and red cutting board
  • Cook the chicken: To a large skillet, over medium heat, add 1 tbsp of the avocado oil.Sear the chicken breast for 5-6 minutes on each side or until it’s cooked through. remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
cooked chicken breast in the skillet
  • (Next, you need to deglaze the skillet. Add only half the amount of the broth. Mix and then add the mushrooms ) 
  • Sautee the mushrooms: Add the other 1 tbsp of oil and then toss in the mushrooms. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Then add the garlic with the lemon pepper. Let it sear for another 1-2 minutes. 
sauteed mushroom in a black skillet
  • Next, make the creamy sauce: add the coconut milk, remaining chicken brother, honey, and Dijon mustard. Mix well for a minute until everything is combined. Lower the heat to medium-low, Pour in the Parmesan cheese and mix again for another 1-2 minutes.
chicken breast placed back into the creamy mustard sauce
  • Add the chicken back in: Over low heat, add the chicken breasts back into the skillet. Wedge them into the sauce, then turn them to the other side. 
  • Serve: Turn off heat, garnish with more grated Parmesan or fresh parsley. Serve and enjoy. 
close up chicken breast in a creamy mushroom sauce

frequently asked questions

Can we cook mushrooms and chicken together?

Yes. Sauteed Mushroom goes really well with chicken. We prefer that you cook the chicken first and set it aside before you cook the mushrooms and bring the chicken back into the skillet. Chicken and mushrooms make for a perfect one-pan meal.

Can I freeze chicken and mushroom sauce?

Creamy sauces don’t freeze well because the cream tends to separate into curdles when thawed and reheated.

What to add to chicken to make it tasty?

Don’t be scared to season your chicken. You can use all sorts of seasonings with chicken to make them tasty and different every time they are being prepared. You can also cook your chicken breasts in creamy sauces or stir-fry them with veggies to add more flavor to your chicken recipe.

How do I make my chicken tender?

Our number one rule is to not cook it too fast or overcook the chicken. Try flattening the chicken breast if it’s too thick. Cook the chicken breast over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on one side undisturbed, then lower the heat and flip it to the other side and let it simmer slowly.

top view chicken breast in a creamy mustard and mushroom sauce

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Creamy Mustard Chicken Breast with Mushrooms

Juicy chicken breast in a creamy parmesan mustard sauce with tender mushrooms. Easy to make and ready in 30 minutes.
4.86 from 7 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 500kcal
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast or 4 medium
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil divided
  • 1 tbsp old bay seasoning
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste, aboyt 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup coconut milk Thai coconut milk, not the milk you drink off a carton
  • 1 lb Cremini mushroom
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp honey optional, if using honey Dijon
  • 1 tbsp lemon pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley to garnish
  • Optional garnish: more grated Parmesan.

Instructions

  • Pound chicken and make sure they all have same thickness.
  • Season the chicken with old bay seasoning, salt and pepper, and onion powder.
  • To a large skillet, over medium heat, add 1 tbsp of the avocado oil. Sear the chicken breast for 5-6 minutes on each side or until it’s cooked through. remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside on a plate.
  • (Next, you need to deglaze the skillet. Add only half the amount of the broth. Mix and then add the mushrooms )
  • Add the other 1 tbsp of oil and then toss in the mushrooms. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Then add the garlic with the lemon pepper. Let it sear for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Next, add the coconut milk, remaining chicken brother, honey, and Dijon mustard. Mix well for a minute until everything is combined.
  • Lower the heat to medium-low, Pour in the Parmesan cheese and mix again for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Over low heat, add the chicken breasts back into the skillet. Wedge them into the sauce, then turn them to the other side.
  • Turn off heat, garnish with more grated Parmesan or fresh parsley.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Notes

  • serving size is one chicken breast with some sauce and mushrooms (about 1/4 cup)
  • you can use 2% milk instead of coconut milk mixed in with some cream cheese to cut back on the calories. Use about a tsp of flour to thicken the sauce if needed.  
  • Use fresh mushrooms instead of canned mushrooms.
  • another protein you can use would be shrimp. 
  • if you would like to use boneless chicken thighs that’s fine too. 
  • you can use olive oil instead of avocado oil
  • instead of parmesan cheese you may use Romano cheese
  • consider using honey dijon mustard and just skip the honey.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 415mg | Potassium: 1364mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 194IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 208mg | Iron: 4mg
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