Description
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with Chicken Thighs with Creamy Mustard Sauce. This dish combines tender, juicy chicken thighs with a rich and tangy mustard sauce that elevates any meal. Perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and more festive occasions, the creamy sauce is infused with aromatic herbs, making it a comforting favorite for families and guests alike. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up this savory delight that pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned cook, this recipe will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear chicken thighs skin-side down for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes until cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and whisk in mustards and thyme leaves. Simmer gently.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each thigh; cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (180g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg