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A comforting Dutch dish featuring tender chicken breast in a creamy mustard sauce, served with a side of homemade apple sauce and boiled potatoes. This recipe balances savory and slightly sweet flavors, making it a popular family meal.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 large Chicken breasts(boneless, skinless)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 200 ml Heavy cream
- 100 ml Chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
- 800 g Potatoes(waxy, for boiling)
- 4 large Apples(tart, e.g., Elstar or Goudreinet)
- 2 tbsp Sugar(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- 2
Melt 1 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- 3
Add the remaining 1 tbsp of butter to the skillet. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in Dijon mustard, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 6
While the chicken is simmering, peel and quarter the potatoes. Place them in a pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well.
- 7
For the apple sauce, peel, core, and chop the apples. Place them in a saucepan with sugar, cinnamon, and 2 tbsp of water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and have broken down, about 15-20 minutes. Stir in lemon juice.
- 8
Serve the chicken with mustard sauce alongside the boiled potatoes and apple sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a richer sauce, use a splash of white wine when sautéing the onions.
- ✓If you prefer a smoother apple sauce, you can blend it with an immersion blender.
- ✓Ensure the chicken is cooked through but still juicy by not overcooking it.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add cooked mushrooms or leeks to the mustard sauce.
- Serve with mashed potatoes instead of boiled potatoes.
- Use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts for a more flavorful dish.