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Easy One Pan Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken (Paleo & Whole30 Friendly)

Last Updated on March 22, 2022 by Jean Choi 5 Comments

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Delicious and easy creamy dijon mustard chicken pan fried then baked all in one pan! It’s paleo friendly and can be made dairy free, and it’s a perfect weeknight meal!

easy one pan creamy dijon mustard chicken in a pan

I love to cook with mustard, because it enhances the flavor of dishes so beautifully when cooked right. In this dijon mustard chicken recipe, chicken is smothered in a creamy garlicky mustard sauce that’s so flavorful and delicious. 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.

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Baked One Pot Mustard Chicken Recipe

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.

Whole chicken on a cutting board cut up into 8 pieces, then sprinkled with salt and pepper.

Ingredients

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 in to 8 sections and use it for this recipe (video tutorial here). Or you can purchase chicken quarters or just use 6 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 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!
  • onions
  • garlic
  • bone broth: I love to use bone broth for a boost of 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.
  • thyme
  • coconut milk: If you are okay with dairy, you can use half and half instead for that ultra creaminess.
Spooning creamy dijon mustard sauce over baked chicken.

How to Cook Mustard Chicken in One Pan

  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 that’s oven-safe and heat over medium high heat.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet skin side down and cook for for 5 minutes until golden brown, then flip. Cook for another 3 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.
  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 heat, then add chicken back to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken, then serve warm.
Taking out dijon mustard chicken from a pan with a metal spoon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I used dried thyme instead?

Yes. To use dried thyme, just use a 1/3 of the amount of fresh thyme. For example, you need 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme for this recipe, so you can use 1 teaspoon (1/3 tablespoon) of dried thyme instead.

What goes with mustard chicken?

If you are looking for sides for this gluten free mustard chicken, I recommend a simple salad, coleslaw, or roasted potatoes. I also like to serve it with rice or cauliflower rice to soak up all that yummy creamy sauce!

How long can you store leftovers?

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Can you freeze mustard chicken?

Because this dijon chicken recipe uses coconut milk or half and half in the dijon mustard sauce, I don’t recommend freezing it. Those ingredients don’t freeze well and will separate once you defrost them.

Mustard chicken served on a plate and sprinkled with thyme.

Other chicken recipes that I love…

  • Chicken with Creamy Tomato Sauce (Paleo, Whole30) – Instant Pot or Stovetop
  • Creamy Skillet Chicken with Garlic & Basil (Paleo, Whole30, Keto, AIP Option)
  • Perfect Grilled Chicken Thighs (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)
  • Pan-Roasted Chicken with Figs & Olives
  • Baked Asian Chicken Thighs (Paleo, Whole30)
creamy dijon mustard chicken

Easy One Pan Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken

Delicious and easy creamy dijon mustard chicken pan fried then baked all in one pan! It's paleo friendly and can be made dairy free, and it's a perfect weeknight meal!
4.5 from 4 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 42 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 376kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken or 4 chicken quarters
  • 1 tsp sea salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper plus more to taste
  • 2 tsp ghee or you favorite cooking oil
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup bone broth or chicken broth
  • 3 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk or heavy cream, if not dairy free

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. If using whole chicken, cut the chicken into 8 pieces, then sprinkle the chicken evenly with salt and pepper.
  • Heat ghee in a large oven-safe skillet over medium high heat.
  • Pan fry the chicken skin side down for 5 minutes, then flip. Cook for another 3 minutes, then remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add onion to the same skillet and cook stirring for 3 minutes, and then add garlic for 1 minute.
  • Add bone broth, dijon mustard, and thyme, and stir and scrap the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
  • Add chicken back in to the skillet with the skin side up. Transfer to the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan to set aside, then heat the skillet over medium high heat on the stovetop to simmer the sauce until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Whisk in coconut milk and simmer for another minute.
  • Turn off heat, and add chicken back to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken, then serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Easy One Pan Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken
Amount Per Serving (1 serving – makes 6)
Calories 376 Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value*
Fat 26g40%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 99mg33%
Sodium 582mg25%
Potassium 452mg13%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 27g54%
Vitamin A 241IU5%
Vitamin C 8mg10%
Calcium 45mg5%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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By Jean Choi | March 21, 2022

Comments

  1. Erika says

    March 26, 2022 at 5:54 pm

    5 stars
    The sauce is SO yummy. I made this with chicken legs because I thought they would cook through at the same rate, and this worked well. This will definitely be a recipe I use again.

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  2. Katia says

    April 12, 2022 at 8:44 pm

    5 stars
    Made this today with chicken thighs. Perfect. Even my 20-month old ate generous portion :). Served with your Chinese green beans and rice. Loved everything and my daughter too :). Thank you!

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  3. Esme e says

    May 7, 2022 at 9:18 pm

    5 stars
    My husband has made your chicken recipe numerous times and served it to many friends. Everyone, me included, said it’s the best chicken they have EVER had!!! The chicken is tender, juicy and the sauce is delicious 🙂 Thank you! I also wanted to add that a dear friend gave me your cook book Korean Paleo. Absolutely love it! Eating paleo for health reasons, but missed my Asian foods. You have put the best of both together! Thank you, thank you!

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    • Jean Choi says

      May 10, 2022 at 5:35 pm

      I just saw this comment, and it seriously made my day!! Thank you SO much. Makes me so happy to have a repeat recipe of mine in your home, and I love that you are cooking from my cookbook as well. So appreciate this message, thank you again!!

      Reply
  4. Morgan says

    July 15, 2022 at 3:30 pm

    3 stars
    Kids loved it

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