Chicken breast in delicate sauce
2 servings
15 minutes
Chicken breast in a delicate sauce is an exquisite dish of French cuisine, where the softness of white meat combines with refined flavors. It is prepared using coconut cream, Dijon mustard, and mayonnaise, giving the sauce a velvety texture and a hint of spiciness. Sautéed in a mix of olive and butter, the breast absorbs the aroma of thyme, while simmering in the sauce makes it incredibly juicy. Sweet cherry tomatoes and light notes of chili pepper add extra brightness to the flavor. This dish is perfect for a romantic dinner or an elegant family gathering. It should be served with light sides—creamy mashed potatoes or fresh green salad—to highlight its creamy texture and rich aroma.
1
Pour the coconut cream into a deep bowl.
- Coconut cream: 65 ml
2
Add Dijon mustard.
- Dijon mustard: 2 tablespoons
3
Mix thoroughly and add mayonnaise. Mix again.
- Mayonnaise: 1 tablespoon
4
Place the chicken breast in heated olive and butter in the pan and add a sprig of thyme.
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Butter: 20 g
- Chicken breast: 350 g
- Thyme: 1 sprig
5
Salt it. Fry on high heat for about 3-4 minutes.
- Sea salt: to taste
6
Stir the sauce again before cooking to prevent it from separating.
7
Flip the breast, add cherry, reduce the heat to medium, and dress with sauce.
- Chili flakes: to taste
8
Cover with a lid and simmer for another 5-7 minutes.
9
Transfer to a plate, season with chili flakes, and serve.
