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Slow Cooker French Wine and Mustard Chicken

Slow Cooker French Wine and Mustard Chicken Delight

This Slow Cooker French Wine and Mustard Chicken is a delightful dish perfect for dinner, featuring tender chicken thighs in a rich, aromatic sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in Chicken Thighs Use skin-on for added flavor.
  • to taste Salt Enhances natural flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Enhances natural flavors.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine (Chardonnay) Main flavor component for sauce; substitute with low-sodium chicken broth if avoiding alcohol.
  • 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard Adds tang and depth.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium options recommended.
Aromatics
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be substituted.
  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped) Shallots can be a milder alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Substitute with garlic powder if preferred.
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Brightens dish before serving.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Slow Cooker French Wine and Mustard Chicken
  1. Begin by generously seasoning the bone-in chicken thighs with salt and pepper, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of cooking oil and sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, blend together the dry white wine, chicken broth, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
  4. Layer the sautéed onion and garlic at the bottom of your slow cooker, then arrange the seasoned chicken thighs on top.
  5. Pour the white wine mixture over the chicken thighs, sprinkling dried thyme on top.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Once cooking is complete, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality dry white wine for the best flavor and consider prepping ingredients the night before to save time.

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