Savory Chicken with Bacon and Herbed Mustard Sauce
Indulge in a succulent chicken dish that boasts a rich, creamy sauce made with bacon, mustard, and herbs - no actual cream necessary. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner!
In a small bowl, combine Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a paste.
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Spread the mustard paste evenly on both sides of the chicken breasts and set aside.
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In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium-high heat until it starts to brown; then transfer to a plate, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
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In the same skillet with bacon fat, add chopped onion and cook until softened; transfer onions to the plate with the bacon.
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Add olive oil to the same skillet and cook chicken breasts on medium heat for about 1.5 minutes on each side. Remove chicken and set aside on a separate plate.
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Pour chicken broth into the skillet, bring to a boil, and scrape the bottom of the pan to release any flavorful bits.
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Add bacon, onions, and chopped thyme to the skillet; mix well.
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Return chicken breasts to the skillet, reduce heat to low-medium, and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning once, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.