This recipe features crispy fried chicken breasts smothered in a delightful maple mustard sauce. The combination of crunchy chicken and sweet tangy sauce creates a perfect balance of flavors that will delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Directions
- In a shallow dish, mix together flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge chicken breasts in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a small saucepan, combine maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer the sauce over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Serve crispy chicken breasts topped with maple mustard sauce and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Maple syrup adds a natural sweetness to the sauce while Dijon mustard provides a tangy kick.
The crispy chicken coating is achieved by dredging the chicken in seasoned flour before frying.