When the days are brisk and you crave the comfort of a warm, hearty meal, there’s nothing quite like the rich and creamy flavors of French cuisine simmered to perfection in a slow cooker. Today, I’m sharing a beloved recipe that’s close to my heart, Slow Cooker Creamy French Mustard Chicken. This dish is steeped in French cooking tradition, showingcasing the depth of mustard paired with tender chicken. It’s the epitome of home-cooked goodness that, despite its fancy name, is simple enough to become a weeknight favorite. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or just want to provide your family with a cozy meal that feels like a hug, this recipe will not disappoint.
This delectable Slow Cooker Creamy French Mustard Chicken pairs wonderfully with a variety of sides. You can serve it on a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes or alongside some al dente pasta to sop up all that delicious sauce. For a lighter touch, a crisp green salad or steamed green beans make a fresh and vibrant contrast. Don’t forget a chunk of crusty bread to ensure not a drop of that creamy sauce goes to waste.
Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1/2 cup whole grain mustard
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
Directions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper generously.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and brown the chicken breasts on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to the slow cooker.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer while scraping any browned bits from the pan.
Stir in the whole grain mustard and Dijon mustard, then pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
When the cooking time is almost complete, whisk together the heavy cream and sour cream in a small bowl. Pour this mixture into the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine.
Add the chopped thyme and let cook for an additional 20-30 minutes until the sauce is creamy and heated through.
Serve the chicken with a sprinkle of fresh parsley as a garnish.
Slow Cooker Creamy French Mustard Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup whole grain mustard
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper generously.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and brown the chicken breasts on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer while scraping any browned bits from the pan.
- Stir in the whole grain mustard and Dijon mustard, then pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- When the cooking time is almost complete, whisk together the heavy cream and sour cream in a small bowl. Pour this mixture into the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine.
- Add the chopped thyme and let cook for an additional 20-30 minutes until the sauce is creamy and heated through.
- Serve the chicken with a sprinkle of fresh parsley as a garnish.