Creamy Mustard Chicken {Paleo, Whole30, Keto}
Creamy Mustard Chicken is a delightful dish that perfectly marries flavor and health, making it an ideal choice for any meal. This recipe features juicy boneless chicken thighs smothered in a rich, dairy-free mustard sauce that is bursting with flavor. Whether you’re cooking for your family or entertaining friends, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress. It’s not only quick and simple—taking under 30 minutes to prepare—but also caters to various dietary needs, including Paleo, Whole30, and Keto. Serve it over cauliflower rice or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3/4 cup chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup coconut cream
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and brown the chicken on both sides for about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium; add ghee and sauté sliced onions until soft, then add minced garlic.
- Deglaze the skillet with chicken stock and simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, coconut cream, lemon juice, and thyme.
- Return the chicken to the skillet; cook for another minute to heat through and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg