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French Mustard Chicken

French Mustard Chicken

French Mustard Chicken is a luxurious yet easy dinner, elevating weeknight meals with creamy Dijon and whole-grain mustard flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lb chicken thighs boneless or bone-in
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon butter adds richness
  • 2 shallots finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoon Dijon mustard sharp tang flavor
  • 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard adds texture
  • 1 cup chicken stock for moisture
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream for creaminess
  • Salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
For the Garnish
  • Fresh thyme for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

How to Make French Mustard Chicken
  1. Season the Chicken: Start by generously seasoning the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.
  2. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat and sear the chicken thighs.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics: Add the chopped shallots and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until soft.
  4. Create the Sauce: Stir in the Dijon and whole-grain mustards along with the chicken stock and let simmer.
  5. Simmer the Chicken: Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet and cover, simmering until cooked through.
  6. Finish the Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and fresh thyme, letting it simmer for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

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