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One-Pan Creamy Dijon Chicken

Net Carbs:3.7g
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This recipe for Creamy Dijon Chicken features seasoned chicken thighs simmered in a creamy dijon mustard sauce mixed with spinach and topped with delicious crispy crumbled bacon and Parmesan cheese. Garnish with parsley and freshly cracked pepper for a 30-minute weeknight meal or a date night dinner.

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This one-pan creamy dijon chicken is the perfect one-pan recipe that will get a meal on the table in minimal time! This chicken thigh recipe is packed with flavor in every bite.

Only one pan required, minimal clean-up, and extra flavorful – what more could you ask for?!

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Why you’ll love this creamy dijon chicken recipe

  • Cleaning up is a snap after making one-pan meals.
  • Packed with delicious flavor!
  • Made with easy-to-find ingredients.
  • A perfect low-carb recipe with only 3.7 grams of net carbs per serving.

Ingredients for creamy keto dijon chicken thighs

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How to make one-pan creamy dijon chicken

  • Cook Chicken And Bacon: Cook seasoned chicken thighs then bacon on the stovetop.
  • Make Sauce: Cook onions then add seasoning before adding in chicken broth and lemon juice then simmering. Crumble your bacon while this cooks. Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard and simmer again.
  • Final Steps: Stir in shredded Parmesan and spinach before returning chicken and bacon crumbles to pan and then garnishing and serving.
Collage shots of the One-Pan Creamy Dijon Chicken recipe. · Upper left photo: Overhead shot of seasoned chicken thighs cooked in oil on a large pan atop a marble countertop. · Upper right photo: Overhead shot of bacon strips cooked until crispy on a large pan atop a marble countertop. · Lower left photo: Overhead shot of onions, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning cooked with melted butter on a large pan with a cooking spatula used for stirring. The pan sits atop a marble countertop. · Lower right photo: Overhead shot of a large pan with the One-Pan Creamy Dijon Chicken garnished with bacon crumbles, fresh parsley, and freshly-cracked pepper. The pan sits atop a marble countertop.
Overhead shot of a ceramic bowl with a serving of the One-Pan Creamy Dijon Chicken garnished with bacon crumbles, fresh parsley, and freshly-cracked pepper. The bowl sits atop a marble countertop.

Net carbs per serving for this one-pan creamy chicken recipe

Per serving, creamy dijon chicken thighs contain 3.7 grams of net carbs. The recipe, as written, yields 4 servings. Net carbs are calculated by taking total carbs, subtracting fiber, and subtracting sugar alcohols.

The complete nutrition information for this recipe, including the calorie content, total carbs, protein, and fat per serving, can be found in the nutrition label located below the recipe instructions.

Ingredient substitutions for dijon chicken thigh recipe

  • Chicken Thighs: Chicken breasts can be used here. Pork chops, pork loin, or salmon are also good alternatives if you don’t want to use chicken. Keep in mind that if you use something other than chicken thighs, cooking times and nutritional values will differ.
  • Chicken Broth: Beef broth or vegetable broth be subbed in at a 1:1 ratio.
  • Heavy Whipping Cream: Combining milk and butter is the easiest way to make homemade heavy whipping cream. Thoroughly mix 1/4 cup of melted butter with 3/4 cup of milk to make 1 cup of heavy cream. Alternatively, half-and-half or whole milk can be used here, but the carb content per serving will increase.
  • Shredded Parmesan Cheese: Substitute grated Parmesan cheese or shredded or grated Asiago cheese at a 1:1 ratio.
  • Fresh Spinach: Kale can be substituted, or you can just leave this ingredient out altogether.

Keep in mind any changes you make to this recipe will modify the total net carbs.

One-pan creamy dijon chicken FAQs

How do I know if the chicken is fully cooked?

Use a meat thermometer to check. Chicken is fully cooked when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Ferinheight.

Can the sauce be thickened?

Yes. A little more heavy cream and cheese can be added to thicken the sauce. It will also further thicken if simmered over low heat for a while longer.

Is there a way to spice up this chicken a little?

Certainly! If you want your creamy dijon chicken to have a little more spice, add red pepper flakes to the sauce or a spicy rub on the chicken thighs before cooking them.

How do I store leftover creamy dijon chicken?

Leftover dijon chicken may be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days if stored in an airtight container. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed throughout.

Can I freeze one-pan creamy dijon chicken?

No, I would not recommend freezing this dish; the texture of the sauce will likely be altered by freezing, thawing, and reheating.

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One-Pan Creamy Dijon Chicken

★★★★★

5 from 1 reviews
  • Author: Sara Nelson
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

This One-Pan Creamy Dijon Chicken is a flavorful and delicious low-carb dish that can be made in just 30 minutes! Featuring ingredients like chicken thighs, bacon, heavy cream, and Dijon mustard, this recipe will yield a perfect dinner option for weeknights or even for a special meal for holidays and date night!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless and skinless chicken thighs
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp (30mL) avocado oil
  • 3 bacon slices
  • 2 tbsp (1 oz) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 small white onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/3 cup (80mL) chicken broth
  • 1 tsp (5mL) lemon juice
  • 1 cup (240mL) heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tbsp (45g) Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup (28g) shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups (~56g) fresh spinach

Optional Garnishes:

  • Dried or chopped fresh parsley
  • Freshly-cracked pepper

Instructions

  1. Season both sides of chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large pan over medium-high heat, heat oil. Once hot, add chicken thighs and cook until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees, about 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness of chicken. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
  3. In the same pan over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Transfer bacon to a plate and set aside. Do not wipe out pan.
  4. Melt butter in pan. Add onion and cook until transparent and edges are golden. Stir in garlic powder and Italian seasoning and allow to cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice and, using a wooden spoon, scrape up browned bits from bottom of pan. Simmer until liquid has reduced by about half, about 2 minutes. While waiting, crumble up cooked bacon and then set aside.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard and bring mixture to a simmer before reducing heat to low to continue cooking for 1 minute and allowing sauce to thicken.
  7. Stir in shredded Parmesan and allow to melt before stirring in spinach and allowing leaves to wilt. Return chicken to pan, sprinkle on bacon crumbles, and garnish with fresh or dried parsley and freshly-cracked pepper.

Recipe Notes:

Chicken Thighs Substitution: Chicken breasts can be used here. Pork chops, pork loin, or salmon are also good alternatives, if you don’t want to use chicken. Keep in mind that if you use something other than chicken thighs, cooking times and nutritional values will differ.

Chicken Broth Substitution: Beef broth or vegetable broth be subbed in at a 1:1 ratio.

Heavy Whipping Cream Substitution: Combining milk and butter is the easiest way to make homemade heavy whipping cream. Thoroughly mix 1/4 cup of melted butter with 3/4 cup of milk to make 1 cup of heavy cream. Alternatively, half-and-half or whole milk can be used here, but the carb content per serving will increase.

Shredded Parmesan Cheese Substitution: Substitute grated Parmesan cheese or shredded or grated Asiago cheese at a 1:1 ratio.

Fresh Spinach Substitution: Kale can be substituted, or you can just leave this ingredient out altogether.

Net Carbs: Per serving, creamy dijon chicken thighs contain 3.7 grams of net carbs. The recipe, as written, yields 4 servings. Net carbs are calculated by taking total carbs, subtracting fiber, and subtracting sugar alcohols.

Refrigerator Storage: Leftover dijon chicken may be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days if stored in an airtight container. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed throughout.

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2 Comments

  1. Linda says

    This was absolutely delicious. I used boneless pork chops instead of chicken and added about 6 halved cherry tomatoes for a bit more color. That sauce! I had cauliflower rice

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  2. Tracy says

    This was delicious! I had a different dinner planned with chicken thighs but saw this and had everything on hand so made it tonight. Everyone enjoyed it. Will absolutely make this again!

    ★★★★★

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