French Mustard Chicken
French Mustard Chicken is a delightful dish that showcases succulent chicken thighs enveloped in a creamy, tangy mustard sauce. This recipe is perfect for both casual family dinners and special gatherings, combining ease of preparation with a touch of elegance. The interplay of Dijon mustard and fresh herbs creates a rich flavor profile that will have you returning to this dish time and again. Serve it alongside your favorite side dishes, and enjoy the satisfying warmth of this comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- ½ cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 large shallots
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup dry apple vinegar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then coat with Dijon mustard.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced turkey bacon until golden; remove and set aside.
- Brown the seasoned chicken thighs in the same skillet for about 4-5 minutes per side; then remove.
- Sauté shallots and garlic in the skillet until softened, then add fresh thyme.
- Deglaze the pan with apple vinegar, scrape up browned bits, and let liquid reduce.
- Stir in flour followed by chicken broth; return chicken to the skillet.
- Cover and simmer on medium-low until cooked through (165ºF), about 15-20 minutes.
- Finish by adding heavy cream and grainy mustard; cook until sauce thickens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (about 180g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Find it online: https://dailyrecipetime.com/french-mustard-chicken/