Grootmoeders Kip met Mosterdsaus (Grandmother's Chicken with Mustard Sauce)
A comforting and classic Dutch chicken dish featuring tender chicken pieces in a rich, creamy mustard sauce, often served with potatoes and vegetables.
🧂 Ingredients
- 800 g Chicken thighs(bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 500 ml Chicken broth
- 150 ml Heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard(or to taste)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground, or to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Pat the chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
💡 Tip: Ensures crispy skin and even seasoning. - 2
Melt butter in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken thighs on all sides until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
⏱️ 10-12 minutes - 3
Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
⏱️ 6 minutes - 4
Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
⏱️ 2 minutes💡 Tip: This helps thicken the sauce. - 5
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer.
💡 Tip: Ensures a smooth sauce base. - 6
Return the chicken thighs to the pot. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently until the chicken is cooked through and tender, about 25-30 minutes.
⏱️ 30 minutes - 7
Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Heat through gently, but do not boil.
💡 Tip: Adjust mustard to your preference. - 8
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
💡 Tip: Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or boiled potatoes and a side of green beans or other seasonal vegetables.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can use a mix of chicken thighs and breasts.
- ✓If the sauce is too thick, add a little more chicken broth or cream.
- ✓Don't rush the browning of the chicken; it adds a lot of flavor.
🔄 Variations
- Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra depth.
- Incorporate a bay leaf while simmering the chicken.
- Stir in some capers for a briny kick.