Description
Tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich, creamy honey mustard sauce topped with crispy turkey bacon for a perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
Salt & pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 ½ tbsp honey
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
1 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Set aside on paper towels.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. In the same skillet with 1 tbsp olive oil, sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, and heavy cream in the skillet. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the chicken, and let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Top with crispy turkey bacon and fresh herbs.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
For extra tang, add a spoonful of whole grain mustard to the sauce.
To lighten the dish, use half-and-half or a dairy-free cream alternative instead of heavy cream.
Add steamed broccoli or green beans for extra veggies.
Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for more juiciness.
Turkey bacon can be substituted with regular bacon or pancetta.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of chicken broth or water; avoid microwaving to prevent drying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and bacon
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
