Crisp Mustard-Glazed Chicken Breasts

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F. Rub the chicken breasts lightly with the olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.

   Step 2

   Combine 2 tablespoons butter with the mustard; reserve 2 teaspoons for the sauce. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter; mix with the bread crumbs and thyme, and season with salt and pepper.

   Step 3

   In a large ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken, skin side down, until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Smear with the mustard mixture, and sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Turn skin side up; apply the mustard mixture and bread crumbs.

   Step 4

   Transfer the skillet to the oven, and roast until the chicken is cooked through and the top is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

   Step 5

   Transfer the chicken to a serving platter. Add the stock and cream to the skillet over medium heat, and stir with a wooden spoon until creamy and reduced to 3/4 cup, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the reserved mustard mixture. Strain through a fine sieve, and serve with the chicken. Garnish with thyme.