Description
French Mustard Chicken is a comforting yet sophisticated dish featuring tender chicken thighs in a creamy Dijon mustard sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chicken thighs and brown on all sides.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard until well combined.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken thighs in Dijon mustard and olive oil for a few hours before cooking. Feel free to add other herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: French