Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.25 pounds)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dredge chicken in flour and shake off excess.
- Sear chicken in a large skillet over medium heat with butter until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish.
- Whisk Dijon mustard and white wine into the skillet and cook for 1 minute to deglaze the pan.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and parsley to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- Pour sauce over chicken breasts in the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 400 per serving
- Fat: 20 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and juicy chicken with a crispy crust
- Creamy and flavorful sauce with Dijon mustard and Parmesan cheese
- Ideal for a special occasion or dinner party
User Comments:
- "This is the best Chicken French I've ever had! The sauce is so delicious and the chicken is perfectly cooked."
- "I love the combination of the Dijon mustard and Parmesan cheese in the sauce. It's a perfect blend of tart and salty."
- "This dish is so easy to make, yet it tastes like something you would get in a fine dining restaurant."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the chicken is cooked through before serving by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- If you don't have white wine, you can substitute with chicken broth.
- For a richer sauce, use a combination of butter and olive oil to sear the chicken.
