Lemon Dijon Chicken is a classic dish that is both flavorful and easy to make. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. This dish features tender chicken breasts coated in a tangy and flavorful sauce made with lemon juice, Dijon mustard, herbs, and spices. The chicken is then baked until cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
This article provides two delicious recipes for Lemon Dijon Chicken. The first recipe is for a traditional Lemon Dijon Chicken that is baked in the oven. The second recipe is for a Lemon Dijon Chicken Skillet that is cooked in a single skillet on the stovetop. Both recipes are easy to follow and result in a delicious and satisfying meal.
In addition to the two main recipes, this article also includes a recipe for a Lemon Dijon Sauce that can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, or dressing. This versatile sauce can also be used to add a lemony flavor to other dishes such as fish, vegetables, or salads.
With its bright and tangy flavor, Lemon Dijon Chicken is a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you choose to make the traditional baked version or the quick and easy skillet version, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and flavorful dish.
GRILLED GARLIC, ROSEMARY AND LEMON DIJON CHICKEN BREASTS
This is a recipe my husband has used for years. He was a chef for 15 years and although it is very simple to prepare and make, it's really delicious. We don't usually measure everything out exactly as given in this recipe, but this just gives you an idea of about how much you'll want for the marinade.
Provided by DEJackel
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine and mix the rosemary, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegars and mustard.
- Put the chicken breasts in a 9 x 13 glass pan (or whatever works).
- Poor the marinade all over the chicken (cover top and bottom).
- Let the chicken marinade in the mixture for 2 - 3 hours.
- Grill/barbecue the chicken and serve!
QUICK LEMON DIJON CHICKEN
Spicy, tangy, flavorful chicken that can be prepared in a snap! Ingredients can be adjusted to taste.
Provided by PEACEKIKS
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Skillet
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place chicken in a skillet over medium heat. Pour in lime and lemon juices, and stir in Dijon, black pepper, and Creole-seasoning. Cook, turning chicken occasionally, until the chicken pieces are done, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 136.9 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 55 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 983.6 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH DIJON AND MEYER LEMON
Provided by Anne Burrell
Time 2h35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the lemon juice, zest, mustard, rosemary and crushed red pepper in a small bowl. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the mustard mixture to loosen it. Paint this mixture generously all over the chicken and let sit for up to 2 hours at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator. If you have any of the mustard mixture left over, save it for repainting while the chicken is cooking.
- Preheat the grill to medium (you want the chicken to cook on the grill as long as possible without burning to develop lovely crispy, tasty skin). Brush off any crud on the grill with a wire grill brush and run an oiled towel over the grill to pick up any bits of loosened crud. Season the chicken lightly with salt and arrange gently on the grill, skin side down, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes. If the chicken flares up, move it to a cooler part of the grill; you don't want sooty film on the chicken (it won't taste good).
- Once the chicken has started to brown and crisp, it's a good idea to close the grill to allow the heat to cook the chicken from all directions. You want to cook the chicken skin side down for a total of 10 to 12 minutes, then turn it over and cook it for another 10 to 12 minutes. If you're using a grill pan, you can transfer the chicken to a 375 degree F oven when it's ready to flip so it can finish cooking. If there is leftover mustard mixture, use it to paint the skin of the chicken on the second side. The chicken is done when an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F.
- When the chicken is nearly done, place the lemon halves on the grill cut side down and leave them alone until brown and caramelized, 5 to 6 minutes. (These will smell great while they're grilling!)
- Remove the chicken from the heat and serve with the grilled lemon for extra lemony goodness.
LEMON-DIJON CHICKEN SKILLET
This tender chicken in a luscious lemon-Dijon sauce might look like it came from a nice restaurant, but it's a dish you can cook up in your own kitchen, while staying within budget (and under 400 calories!). The trick is using the cooking juices as the base of the rich-tasting sauce and upping its flavor further with a couple of impactful ingredients, like Dijon, rosemary and lemon. While we often like cooking with boneless chicken thighs for the sake of convenience, bone-in chicken ensures extra flavor in this recipe. Remember to remove the chicken from the pan, so it doesn't overcook while you finish the sauce. Keep the chicken warm, and then plate it all up beautifully. When you serve up this meal, your dinner companions will be impressed, and you can congratulate yourself on pulling off such a nice meal without any extra fuss.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons of the mustard, the chopped rosemary, garlic and 1 teaspoon of the lemon juice. Rub mixture all over chicken thighs; season with salt.
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add thighs; cook 4 minutes on each side until brown. Add onion; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until just softened. Add white wine; stir to deglaze bottom of pan. Add broth and sprigs of rosemary; increase heat to medium-high; heat to simmering. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 10 to 13 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (at least 165°F). Remove chicken to plate, and keep warm.
- Strain cooking liquid; discard solids. Heat butter in same skillet over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly, until mixture is lightly browned and bubbling. Slowly add cooking liquid; beat with whisk to combine. Add remaining 1 teaspoon mustard and remaining 1 teaspoon lemon juice; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Spoon some of sauce over chicken; top with parsley. Serve remaining sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Thigh and 1/4 Cup Sauce, Sodium 360 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
PAN FRIED PAPRIKA, GARLIC AND LEMON DIJON CHICKEN BREASTS
Stunningly easy but really impressive recipe! Simply marinade the chicken breasts in the sauce & pan fry them for an elegant but simple supper! Serve with rice, pasta or a medley of fresh seasonal vegetables with steamed new potatoes.This is one of my "fail safe" recipes - it is also brilliant on the Barbeque or oven baked! Also great with roasted Cherry Tomatoes. You can also use lean pork chops for this recipe.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 12h45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grate the lemons and then squeeze them to extract the juice.
- Mix the lemon rind, juice, mustard, crushed garlic, salt, pepper & smoke paprika together until well blended.
- Coat the chicken breasts with the sauce - or even better, place ALL the ingredients including the chicken into a Zip Lock bag.
- Can be put in the fridge for up to 24 hours until needed OR can be frozen at this stage.
- If pan frying - heat the olive oil gently and add the chicken breasts.
- Cook on a high heat until they are browned and sealed - then cook gently for up to 20 minutes until juices run clear when pierced.
- At this stage you can add the optional creme fraiche or sour cream for a creamier sauce.
- The oven roasted cherry tomatoes can also be added to the pan to reheat them slightly.
- Sprinkle with some more smoked paprika before serving & fresh parsley. Garnish with a lemon wedge if required.
- Serve with fresh seasonal vegetables, steamed potatoes or rice & pasta.
- OVEN BAKED VERSION: Preheat oven to 200 C or 400 F; coat the oven proof pan with the olive oil and heat it up slightly beforehand.
- Place chicken breasts with all the sauce into the pan.
- Turn over once during cooking which should take 30 to 45 minutes.
- Add creme fraiche at this stage if using and scrape all the sauce from around the edges into the creamy sauce.
- Cook for a further 2-5 minutes.
- Serve as for pan-fried version.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 89.2, Sodium 141.9, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.5, Protein 25.6
LEMON-DIJON CHICKEN
Very flavorful baked chicken.
Provided by GOMERSGIRL5
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Squeeze 3 tablespoons juice from lemons; reserve squeezed lemon halves. Combine the lemon juice, parsley, mustard, garlic, oil, rosemary, pepper, and salt in a small bowl; blend well.
- Toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons of the parsley mixture in a large bowl. Reserve. Gently slide fingers between the skin and meat of the chicken to loosen skin. Spoon parsley mixture between skin and meat. Secure breast skin with toothpicks, if necessary. Place lemon halves in the cavity of chicken. Place chicken on a rack in a roasting pan.
- Bake chicken in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Arrange potatoes around the chicken; bake until chicken juices run clear, about 1 additional hour. Allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 638 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 169.7 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 56.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 651.7 mg, Sugar 2 g
DIJON LEMON GRILLED CHICKEN
I wanted a new chicken recipe today, and my mum loves mustard chicken, so I came up with this recipe and it turned out great! Next time I'm going to double the quantity and coat the chicken with 1/2 the marinade. The 2nd half I will heat and serve as a side sauce to the chicken.
Provided by Nevine A. Abaza
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Pan-Fried
Time 6h25m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, mustard seeds, honey, black pepper, and allspice together in a bowl.
- Cut small slits in a crosswise-pattern in each chicken breast to help the mustard marinade soak into the chicken. Add chicken to the mustard marinade; toss to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 6 hours.
- Remove chicken from marinade and sprinkle with salt. Discard the leftover marinade.
- Lightly oil a grill pan and place over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken in the grill pan until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 7 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 248.3 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
LIGHT LEMON-DIJON CHICKEN SALAD
Enjoy this lighter version of a chicken Caesar salad.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In small bowl, beat all dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended.
- On individual serving plates, arrange lettuce, chicken, tomatoes and egg. Spoon dressing over top. Sprinkle with onions and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
CHICKEN BREAST STUFFED WITH LEMON RICE AND MUSHROOMS AND A DIJON MUSTARD SAUCE
Steps:
- In medium saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Add onion and mushrooms and cook for five minutes, stirring frequently. Add thyme and lemon zest and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add lemon juice, water, rice and contents of seasoning packet and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low boil, cover, and cook for 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes. Mix in feta cheese. While rice is cooling, preheat oven to 375°. Grease a 9" x 13" baking pan with non-stick spray. Make a small slit in the side of each chicken breast to form a pocket. Stuff chicken with rice mixture. Use a toothpick to hold the stuffing in. Place chicken in prepared pan and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 30-35 minutes until done. About 10 minutes before chicken is done, melt butter for sauce in small saucepan over low heat. Stir in flour and cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add chicken broth and cream. Cook until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in mustard and season with salt and pepper. Place stuffed chicken breasts on platter and pour sauce over top or serve on the side.
LEMON DIJON CHICKEN WINGS
These are for the grill but could be done in the oven too?? They are not glazed but flavored with marinade.
Provided by gail.lalumiere
Categories Chicken
Time 2h35m
Yield 2 pounds, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl mix all the ingredients together and add the wings. Stir well and dump into a large zipper top bag.
- Put the bag on a platter and into the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Oil the grates and preheat the grill to high heat.
- Remove the wings from the marinade and add the marinade to a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
- Turn one grill section from high to medium heat and start grilling the wings there.
- Grill the wings for about 10 minutes turning frequently.
- Baste with some more marinade.
- Finish the wings for 5 minutes or so (juices should run clear) on the high heat burner. It will crisp them up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 641.1, Fat 50.1, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 174.8, Sodium 1414.3, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.5, Protein 42.4
CHICKEN SPINACH ROLL-UPS WITH LEMON DIJON SAUCE
Make and share this Chicken Spinach Roll-Ups With Lemon Dijon Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Melissa H
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 20m
Yield 4 breasts, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Halve the chicken breasts horizontally separating each into 2 cutlets.
- Place cutlets in a freezer plastic storage bag and pound into 1/8-inch thick cutlets.
- Arrange the 4 cutlets on work surface. Season cutlets with salt and pepper on the side facing up. Cover each piece of chicken with 1 slice of ham and 1 slice of cheese. At the larger end of the breast, place a small bundle of baby spinach. Tightly wrap the chicken around the ham, cheese and spinach. The rolls should stay together, but if needed, secure with a toothpick.
- Heat about 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, use tongs to add the chicken roll-ups to skillet with the seam side down. Season the roll-ups with salt and pepper.
- Cover the pan loosely with tin foil and cook 4 to 5 minutes, turn roll-ups over and cook the other side 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the cooked roll ups to a serving plate. If toothpicks were used, remove the toothpicks before serving.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons flour to the pan used to cook the chicken, stirring well until there are no lumps.
- Slowly stir in the chicken stock, Dijon mustard, and lemon zest, scraping up any drippings from the bottom of the pan. Simmer 1 minute.
- Remove pan from the heat, add the lemon juice and parsley and spoon over chicken.
CREAMY LEMON DIJON CHICKEN
The picture of this chicken just leapt off the page at me, it looks so delicious. I have never used capers before but I'm told they taste similar to green olives. If your chicken breasts aren't too thick you may want to cut down the cooking time. I prefer mine to cook a little longer. Recipe & photo:...
Provided by Ellen Bales
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper. Grate 1 tsp. zest and squeeze 2 Tbsp. juice from the lemon.
- 2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 10 minutes or until browned on both sides. Remove from the skillet.
- 3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the shallot andcapers and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the lemon juice and cook and stir for 30 seconds.
- 4. Stir in the cream starter and the mustard and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Return the chicken to the skillet. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the lemon zest. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
- 5. Serve the chicken and sauce over hot cooked rice or noodles.
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH DIJON AND MEYER LEMON
Steps:
- Combine the lemon juice, zest, mustard, rosemary and crushed red pepper in a small bowl. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the mustard mixture to loosen it. Paint this mixture generously all over the chicken and let sit for up to 2 hours at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator. If you have any of the mustard mixture left over, save it for repainting while the chicken is cooking. Preheat the grill to medium (you want the chicken to cook on the grill as long as possible without burning to develop lovely crispy, tasty, tangy skin). Place the chicken on the grill skin side down and cook for 5 to 6 minutes. If the chicken flares up, move it to a cooler part of the grill; you don't want sooty film on the chicken (it won't taste good). Once the chicken has started to brown and crisp, it's a good idea to close the grill to allow the heat to cook the chicken from all directions. You want to cook the chicken skin side down for a total of 10 to 12 minutes, then turn it over and cook it for another 10 to 12 minutes. If you're using a grill pan, you can transfer the chicken to a 375 degree F oven when it's ready to flip so it can finish cooking. If there is leftover mustard mixture, use it to paint the skin of the chicken on the second side. The chicken is done when an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F. When the chicken is nearly done, place the lemon halves on the grill cut side down and leave them alone until brown and caramelized, 5 to 6 minutes. (These will smell great while they're grilling!) Remove the chicken from the heat and serve with the grilled lemon for extra lemony goodness. Cook's Note: During the cooking time it is a great idea to close the grill to allow the heat to cook from all directions. If grilling indoors, the chicken can be transferred to a preheated 375 degree F oven to finish cooking once the grill marks have been established.
LIGHT LEMON-DIJON CHICKEN SALAD
Enjoy this lighter version of a chicken Caesar salad.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In small bowl, beat all dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended.
- On individual serving plates, arrange lettuce, chicken, tomatoes and egg. Spoon dressing over top. Sprinkle with onions and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality lemon. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your dish.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken breasts are very thin and can easily become dry if overcooked. Cook them until they are just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Make sure your Dijon mustard is fresh. Old Dijon mustard can have a bitter taste that will ruin your dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. This recipe is a great base for adding your own personal touch. Try adding some thyme, rosemary, or garlic powder.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Some good options include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.
Conclusion:
Lemon Dijon chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The bright lemon flavor and tangy Dijon mustard pair perfectly with the tender chicken. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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