One Pan Easy Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken Recipe  (2024)

Last Updated on October 13, 2023 by Jean Choi 11 Comments

Delicious and easy creamy mustard chicken made in one pan for easy cooking and cleanup. This Creamy chicken is smothered in a tangy mustard sauce, has so much flavor, comes together quickly, and is the perfect dish for busy weeknights or any night of the week!

What Makes This Recipe Great

I love to cook with mustard because it enhances the flavor of dishes so beautifully when cooked right. In this easy Creamy Mustard Chicken Recipe, chicken is smothered in a creamy, garlicky Dijon mustard sauce that’s so flavorful and delicious. Plus, it’s low carb, Whole30, paleo, and packed with protein!

Most of the cooking is done in the oven, so I love that it’s a mostly hands-off dish that tastes like you put a ton of work into it! Plus, my husband loves it because it’s a one-pan dish, which means it makes his job as the dishwasher of the house a lot easier!

If you’ve never cooked with Dijon mustard before, you will love how comforting and flavorful this dish is. You can cut up a whole chicken for this recipe, OR just use chicken legs (thighs and drumsticks). I always recommend bone-in meat because the flavor is just so much better with more depth. The garlic, mustard, onion, and thyme meld together with coconut milk (or half and half) for a savory, creamy dish that the whole family will love!

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Ingredient Notes

The ingredients for this dish are simple and budget-friendly. Make sure to note specifications if you are paleo or Whole30!

• whole chicken: I like to cut up a whole chicken into 8 sections and use it for this recipe (video tutorial here). Or you can purchase chicken quarters or just use 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs. You can also use boneless skinless chicken breasts if preferred.
• sea salt
• ground black pepper
• ghee: Ghee is my preferred cooking oil, and I like to make my own. However, you can use any other cooking oil you have on hand, like olive oil or even regular butter!
• yellow onions: You can substitute shallots if desired. Both are fragrant and work beautifully in this dish.
• garlic
• bone broth: I love to use bone broth to boost healthy nutrients, but chicken broth will also work for this recipe.
• dijon mustard: To make Whole30 Dijon mustard chicken, make sure to use compliant Dijon mustard. I like this brand. If you’re not worried about Whole30, use your favorite brand.
• thyme
• coconut milk: If you are okay with dairy, you can use half and half or heavy cream instead for that ultra creaminess.

How to Make Creamy Mustard Chicken

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the chicken into 8 pieces if using whole chicken, then sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper.
2. Add ghee to a large skillet (a cast iron skillet works well!) that’s oven-safe and heat over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken to the skillet skin side down and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown, then flip. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, then remove from the pan.
4. Add chopped onion to the same skillet and cook for 3 minutes, and then add garlic for 1 minute.
5. Pour in broth, Dijon mustard, and thyme, and stir and scrap the bottom of the pan to deglaze all the brown bits.
6. Add chicken back into the skillet with the skin side up. Transfer to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
7. Remove the chicken from the pan to set aside. Heat the skillet over medium-high heat to simmer the sauce until thickened.
8. Whisk in coconut milk and simmer for another minute.
9. Turn off the heat, then add the chicken back to the skillet. Spoon the creamy mustard sauce over the chicken, then serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and additional salt and pepper to taste if desired.

Expert Tips

• Keep in mind that the cooking time will vary depending on the cut of chicken you choose.

How to Serve Creamy Mustard Chicken

• Serve this creamy mustard chicken warm with your favorite side dishes!
• I recommend serving sides like green beans, a simple salad, coleslaw, roasted potatoes, or creamy mashed potatoes. You can also serve it with a side of pasta, rice, or cauliflower rice to soak up all that yummy creamy sauce! If you’re not paleo or Whole30, a side of crusty bread will also be delicious!

Storage Tips

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Reheat this creamy mustard chicken in the microwave or over the stove.
• Because this Dijon chicken recipe uses coconut milk or half and half in the mustard cream sauce, I don’t recommend freezing it. Those ingredients don’t freeze well and will separate once you defrost them.

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