Description
This Slow Cooker French Wine and Mustard Chicken transforms a classic French dish into a hassle-free, comforting meal. Featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy white wine and Dijon mustard sauce with fresh herbs and parmesan cheese, it delivers rich flavors and a creamy texture. The addition of kale adds a healthy, vibrant touch. Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed rice for a complete, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Sauce and Seasoning
- 1 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
- 1/3 cup heavy cream or canned full fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons grainy Dijon mustard
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped sage
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, skin on or off
- 1/2 bunch kale, chopped
Fats and Cooking Essentials
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
Serving Suggestion
- Mashed potatoes or steamed rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Aromatics and Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the dry white wine, heavy cream (or coconut milk), Dijon mustard, grainy Dijon mustard, chopped shallots, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, fresh chopped sage, kosher salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the flavorful sauce base.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat the tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper. Sear each side of the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes until golden brown but not cooked through. This step enhances flavor and texture.
- Set up the Slow Cooker: Place the seared chicken breasts into the slow cooker. Pour the prepared white wine and mustard sauce evenly over the chicken. Add the salted butter on top to enrich the sauce as it cooks.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it on low heat. Cook the chicken for about 5 hours (approximately 300 minutes), allowing the flavors to deeply infuse and the chicken to become tender and juicy.
- Add Kale and Cheese: About 15 minutes before serving, stir the chopped kale and freshly grated Parmesan cheese into the slow cooker. Replace the lid and let the kale wilt and the cheese melt into the sauce, adding vibrant color and a savory note.
- Final Taste and Serve: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Serve the creamy French wine and mustard chicken over mashed potatoes or steamed rice to soak up the luscious sauce.
Notes
- This recipe elegantly simplifies a classic French dish using a slow cooker, perfect for set-it-and-forget-it cooking.
- Using both Dijon and grainy Dijon mustard creates a more complex mustard flavor and texture in the sauce.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free version with a subtle coconut note.
- Kale adds not only nutrients but also a bright green color that complements the creamy sauce.
- Searing the chicken before slow cooking helps lock in juices and adds depth of flavor.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed rice to make the meal complete and comfortable.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 648 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 49 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
