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French Mustard Chicken

Savory French Mustard Chicken: Quick Family-Friendly Delight

Enjoy a delightful French Mustard Chicken featuring succulent thighs in a creamy, tangy Dijon sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse salt
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh cracked black pepper
For the Mustard Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked or sweet paprika omit if desired
  • 1 cup Sour cream or crème fraîche
  • 2 tablespoons Grainy mustard
For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil or other cooking oil
  • 1 medium Shallots, minced or green onions
  • 1 cup Dry white wine avoid sweet wines
  • 1 cup Chicken stock homemade or store-bought
For Aromatics and Garnish
  • 2 sprigs Thyme fresh
  • 2 leaves Bay leaves fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for French Mustard Chicken
  1. In a large bowl, season the chicken thighs with coarse salt, black pepper, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, and paprika.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5 minutes.
  3. Flip the chicken and brown the other side for an additional 4-5 minutes, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté minced shallots for 1-2 minutes until soft.
  5. Pour in dry white wine and scrape up browned bits, simmering for about 2 minutes.
  6. Add the chicken stock, thyme, and bay leaves, return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Discard thyme and bay leaves, whisk in sour cream and grainy mustard. Adjust thickness as desired.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet to heat through in the sauce, then plate and garnish with parsley or thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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