Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken Bacon (Print Format)
Tender chicken in creamy honey mustard sauce with crispy bacon, perfect for an easy and flavorful weeknight dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 -
4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Bacon
02 -
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Oil and Butter
03 -
1 tablespoon olive oil
04 -
1 tablespoon butter
→ Cream and Sauces
05 -
1 cup heavy cream
06 -
1/3 cup honey
07 -
1/3 cup Dijon mustard
08 -
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
→ Spices
09 -
1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 -
1 teaspoon onion powder
11 -
to taste salt and pepper
→ Garnish
12 -
to taste fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
Season chicken breasts on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
02 -
In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove, crumble, and set aside.
03 -
Add olive oil and butter to the same skillet. Sear chicken on both sides for 5-7 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
04 -
Add heavy cream, honey, Dijon mustard, and optional apple cider vinegar to the skillet. Stir and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
05 -
Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top to coat.
06 -
Top with crumbled bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
# Tips:
01 -
Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a richer flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of cream to maintain sauce consistency.