Broccoli Chicken Dijon

Elevate your weeknight dinner rotation with Broccoli Chicken Dijon, a rich and flavorful recipe that combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts and fresh broccoli florets in a creamy, tangy Dijon mustard sauce. This one-pan dish features simple pantry staples like garlic, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese, with a hint of lemon for added brightness. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a family-friendly meal that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. Perfect for those seeking an easy Dijon chicken recipe or a comforting broccoli and chicken dinner, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or a side of crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 3 cups Broccoli florets
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 5

Meanwhile, steam the broccoli florets until tender but still vibrant green, about 4-5 minutes. Set aside.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the Dijon sauce over them. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 7

Add the steamed broccoli to the skillet and toss gently with the sauce. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle fresh parsley over the top.

Step 8

Serve the Broccoli Chicken Dijon warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1527.6 grams (1527.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2442

Total Fat 141.90g	182%
Saturated Fat 58.70g	294%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 805mg	268%
Sodium 5637mg	245%
Total Carbohydrate 21.60g	8%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 4.60g
Protein 250.50g	501%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 911mg	70%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 447mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 42.4%

Carbs: 3.7%