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Mary Berry's Dijon Chicken

This Dijon chicken recipe, inspired by Mary Berry, is the ultimate comfort dish. Tender chicken breasts are pan-seared and simmered in a velvety sauce made from Dijon mustard, white wine, and cream. The sauce is rich yet tangy, perfectly complementing the savory chicken. Banana shallots and garlic add depth to the flavor, while a garnish of fresh chives enhances the dish's presentation. Serve it alongside rice or steamed vegetables for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal. Ideal for dinner parties or a comforting weeknight treat, this recipe is sure to impress!

Clare Greco
Updated on Monday 02 December 2024
Mary Berry's Dijon Chicken
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Mary Berry's Dijon Chicken is a simple yet flavorful recipe that brings French-inspired cooking to your kitchen. Tender chicken breasts are seared and then simmered in a luscious sauce made with Dijon mustard, white wine, and cream. Perfect for weeknight meals or elegant dinners, this dish is a must-try for chicken lovers.

INGREDIENTS

  • Butter: 1 oz, for sautéing the chicken
  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp, for added richness
  • Chicken breasts: 6 small, skinless, boneless (150g each)
  • Banana shallot: 1, finely sliced for a sweet, mild flavor
  • Garlic cloves: 2, crushed for aroma
  • White wine: 300 ml (10 fl oz), for deglazing and flavor
  • Dijon mustard: 2 tbsp, for tanginess
  • Double cream: 300 ml (10 fl oz), to create a silky sauce
  • Salt: To taste, for seasoning
  • Freshly ground black pepper: To taste, for seasoning
  • Fresh chives: For garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:
Heat butter and olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
Step 2:
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them in the hot pan for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
Step 3:
Add sliced shallots to the pan and sauté for 1 minute. Then, add garlic and cook for another minute.
Step 4:
Cover the pan, lower the heat, and cook for 5-10 minutes until shallots soften and turn golden.
Step 5:
Pour in white wine and bring to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes until the liquid reduces by two-thirds.
Step 6:
Stir in Dijon mustard and cream. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 7:
Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.

Serving and Storage Tips

  • Serve hot with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or seasonal vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove to avoid splitting the sauce.

Helpful Notes

  • Use a good quality white wine for the sauce, as the flavor is a key component of the dish.
  • Double cream ensures a rich texture, but you can substitute with heavy cream if unavailable.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Add a touch of lemon juice at the end for a subtle brightness to the sauce.
  • For a smoky twist, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the sauce.
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Dijon Chicken

A savory dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a creamy Dijon mustard and white wine sauce. Perfect for family dinners.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
40 Minutes
Total Time
50 Minutes

Category: Hearty Mains

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: French

Yield: 4 Servings (6 chicken breasts with sauce)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 1 oz butter.
02 2 tbsp olive oil.
03 6 small skinless, boneless chicken breasts (150g each).
04 1 banana shallot, finely sliced.
05 2 garlic cloves, crushed.
06 300 ml (10 fl oz) white wine.
07 2 tbsp Dijon mustard.
08 300 ml (10 fl oz) double cream.
09 Salt, to taste.
10 Freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
11 Fresh chives, for garnish.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat butter and olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Step 02

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them in the hot pan for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 03

Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 04

Add shallots to the pan and sauté for 1 minute. Then, add garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 05

Cover the pan, lower the heat, and cook for 5-10 minutes until shallots soften and turn golden.

Step 06

Pour in white wine and bring to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes until the liquid reduces by two-thirds.

Step 07

Stir in Dijon mustard and cream. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 08

Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.

Step 09

Serve the chicken with the creamy sauce and garnish with fresh chives.

Notes

  1. This dish pairs well with rice or vegetables.
  2. A creamy, savory main course featuring chicken in a Dijon mustard and white wine sauce.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 450
  • Total Fat: 32g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
  • Protein: 28g