Chicken breast in Dijon mustard cream sauce

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Chicken with Dijon Mustard Sauce

Name: Chicken with Dijon Mustard Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French-Canadian
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 3 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp whole grain mustard; 0.75 cup heavy cream (35%); 0.5 cup chicken broth; 0.25 cup dry white wine; 2 shallots, minced; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 sprigs fresh tarragon or thyme; salt and pepper to taste

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30 min4370 cal

A French bistro classic popular throughout Québec — tender chicken in a tangy Dijon mustard cream sauce. Simple, elegant, and ready in 30 minutes. The sharpness of the mustard balances perfectly with the richness of the cream.

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Nutrition Per Serving

Calories370 kcal

Protein35 g

Fat20 g

Carbs8 g

Fiber0 g

Sugar2 g

Sodium620 mg

Pro Tips

💡Add mustard off heat or on low heat — boiling can make it bitter.
💡Use both Dijon and whole grain for flavour and texture.
💡Fresh tarragon is the classic herb pairing with mustard sauce.

Variations

🔄Add mushrooms for poulet aux champignons et moutarde.
🔄Use bone-in thighs and braise in the sauce for 40 minutes.
🔄Honey-mustard version: add 1 tbsp honey.
🔄Gratinée with breadcrumbs and Gruyère under the broiler.

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