Poulet Dijon (Dijon Chicken)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Delicious Poulet Dijon recipe for your dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-3

Calories

600

Sugar

Fat

43g

Poulet Dijon, also known as Dijon chicken, is a classic French dish that originated in the region of Burgundy. The dish features lightly browned chicken breasts smothered in a rich and creamy Dijon mustard sauce, and is often served with a side of mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables. This dish is perfect for a romantic dinner for two, or for impressing dinner guests with your culinary skills. While the dish may be extravagant, its preparation is relatively easy, making it an accessible and impressive addition to any dinner table.

Instructions

1.	Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat them with flour.
2.	In a frying pan, heat the oil or butter over medium heat.
3.	Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
4.	Remove the chicken from the pan and add the white wine and Dijon mustard, stirring to combine.
5.	Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
6.	Add the chicken back to the pan, spooning the sauce over the top.
7.	Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.

PROS

Poulet Dijon is a rich and flavorful dish, perfect for a special occasion or date night.

The creamy Dijon sauce is irresistible, and the chicken is tender and juicy.

CONS

This dish is not particularly healthy, as it contains heavy cream and butter.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, Poulet Dijon does contain protein from the chicken.
Dijon mustard has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects and may aid in digestion.

	2 -3 boneless chicken breasts , pounded flat
	flour
	salt and pepper
	3 tablespoons oil or 3 tablespoons butter
	1/2 cup white wine
	2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
	3/4 cup heavy cream