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French Mustard Chicken

Savory French Mustard Chicken: A Creamy Comfort Dish

Experience the rich flavors of French Mustard Chicken, a delectable and easy one-pot meal perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces Chicken Thighs, bone-in, skin-on
For the Sauces
  • 6 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Whole Grain Dijon Mustard
  • 5 tablespoons Crème Fraîche Can swap with equal parts heavy cream and sour cream
For the Base
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
For Aromatics
  • 1 small Onion, sliced
  • 1 small Shallot, sliced
  • 10-15 sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
Seasoning
  • ¾ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides, then coat with Dijon and whole grain mustards.
  3. In a large Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium-high heat and brown the chicken thighs for 4–5 minutes on each side.
  4. Sauté the sliced onion and shallot for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot, bringing to a gentle boil.
  6. Stir in the crème fraîche until fully dissolved, then return the chicken to the pot.
  7. Cover the pot and bake for 50–60 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm with the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Opt for bone-in, skin-on thighs for best juiciness. Prepare the sauce a day in advance for deeper flavors.

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