Indulge in a culinary journey with our versatile dish: Chicken with Mustard Cream on Watercress. This delectable recipe offers a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, making it a perfect choice for a memorable meal. Savor the tender chicken, perfectly complemented by the rich and tangy mustard cream sauce, while the peppery watercress adds a refreshing touch. Our comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions for creating this exquisite dish, along with additional variations to suit your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this recipe promises an enjoyable cooking experience and an unforgettable taste sensation.
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CHICKEN BREASTS WITH MUSTARD CREAM SAUCE
Easy recipe for chicken breasts with a quick mustard cream sauce! Ready in under 30 minutes. Great with rice, pasta, or a green salad.
Provided by Sally Vargas
Categories Dinner Quick and Easy
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oven: to 350F. Place a baking sheet near the stove, ready for the chicken.
- Finish the chicken in the oven: Transfer the chicken to the baking sheet and place in the oven for 5 minutes (longer if the chicken breasts are thick), or until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a breast registers 165 degrees. If the chicken is done before the sauce, transfer it to a serving platter and tent it loosely with foil to keep warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 181 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 369 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 35 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CHICKEN WITH MUSTARD CREAM SAUCE
Steps:
- Place chicken breast under plastic wrap and flatten using mallet, rolling pin, or a glass bottle. Season breasts with salt and pepper. In heated skillet add olive oil and butter. Add chicken and cook over a medium heat until golden brown on both sides. Remove chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm. Add scallions and garlic to same skillet. Saute quickly and add white wine. Boil rapidly and reduce to syrup. Add cream and mustard, stir. Return chicken breast to pan and simmer gently until just heated through.
PAN-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH CREAMY MUSTARD SAUCE
Provided by Daphne Brogdon
Categories main-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large resealable bag, combine the beef broth, white wine, 1 tablespoon of the mustard powder, Worcestershire sauce, chopped garlic, onions and some salt and pepper. Add the chicken quarters to the bag, seal well, and shake a bit to coat the chicken in the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels; reserve the marinade. Add the chicken, skin side down, to the skillet and cook until nicely brown, 5 minutes. Flip, and brown on the reverse side, another 4 minutes. Lower the heat to medium-low and add the butter and the smashed garlic to the pan. Cook for 1 minute, basting the chicken with the melted butter.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 170 degrees F, measured at the thickest part of the thigh, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate and let rest, loosely cover, for 5 minutes.
- Heat the half-and-half and rosemary in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour off all but about 2 tablespoons of the oil from the skillet the chicken was cooked in. Place the skillet over medium heat and deglaze the pan with half of the reserved marinade, scraping up any browned bit from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Cook for 2 minutes, to reduce. Strain into the heated half-and-half and remove the rosemary sprig. In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the half-and-half, then whisk in the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons mustard powder, the whole-grain mustard and the lemon juice. Season the sauce with a salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce coats the back of a spoon. Pour some of the sauce over the chicken and serve the rest on the side.
VELVET CHICKEN BREAST WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
Cooking chicken breasts can be tricky, especially the "skinless-boneless" kind. No matter if they are pan-fried or grilled, they are apt to be dry if left to cook even a minute too long. This recipe borrows a Chinese technique called velveting that guarantees a moist chicken breast. A simple marinade made with egg white and cornstarch is the solution. Usually the chicken is cut into strips or cubes, but small chicken breasts or cutlets can be prepared the same way for Western-style dishes. Here, an assertive mustard sauce pairs nicely with the tender meat. Serve with boiled potatoes and crisp watercress, or stir-fried spinach.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Trim chicken breasts to a uniform size, shape and thickness; they should be about 1/2 inch thick. (If using larger breasts, slice them into 1/2-inch-thick cutlets.) Season generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Velvet the chicken: In a medium-size mixing bowl, whisk egg whites until frothy, then whisk in cornstarch until lump-free. Add chicken breasts and coat well with cornstarch mixture, then cover and marinate for 30 minutes. (Chicken may also be marinated several hours ahead and refrigerated.)
- Meanwhile in a small mixing bowl, stir together Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, dried mustard, horseradish and crème fraîche. Set aside.
- Put butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Lay chicken breasts in the pan and sauté very lightly for 30 seconds a side without browning. Remove breasts and blot on paper towels. Discard remaining oil and wipe pan.
- Return skillet to stove and add mustard and crème fraîche mixture and chicken broth. Whisk together to make a thin sauce and bring to a gentle simmer. Add breasts and simmer for 1 minute, then turn breasts over, cover pan and simmer for 2 minutes. Turn off heat and leave covered for 1 or 2 minutes more, until meat is firm to the touch.
- Transfer breasts to a warm platter. Bring sauce to a boil, add chopped thyme and reduce until slightly thickened. Spoon sauce over breasts, sprinkle with chives and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 425, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 732 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- To achieve perfectly cooked chicken, use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for chicken breasts and 175°F (80°C) for chicken thighs.
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, check if the chicken is cooked by piercing it with a fork or knife; the juices should run clear.
- For a richer mustard flavor, use a combination of Dijon mustard and whole-grain mustard.
- Enhance the cream sauce by adding a splash of white wine or chicken broth for extra depth of flavor.
- For a more elegant presentation, garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley or chives.
Conclusion:
This delectable chicken with mustard cream sauce, accompanied by the peppery crunch of watercress, offers a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. With its creamy, tangy sauce, tender chicken, and vibrant watercress, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and impress your dinner guests. Bon appétit!
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