Pollo a la Mostaza (Dijon mustard chicken thighs)

⏱️ 1 hours 👥 6 servings 📊 Medium
Mexican-American main dish
Pollo a la Mostaza (Dijon mustard chicken thighs)
Nutrition per Serving
373
Calories
22g
Protein
5g
Carbs
30g
Fat

This easy and delicious Pollo a la mostaza is loaded with rich flavors and made in one pan, this simple meal is sure to be your new favorite family dinner.

📝 Ingredients

  • 6 skinless and bone-in chicken thighs
  • 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 cup chicken stock (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup Mexican or heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup onion (chopped)
  • 2 teaspoons flour + 2 tablespoons of water (mixed)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • salt (to taste)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1Place chicken in a bowl and add 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic and onion powder.
  2. 2Season with salt and pepper and turn the pieces until everything is nicely coated. Cover and set aside.
  3. 3Heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat In a large pan or cast-iron skillet.
  4. 4Add chicken thighs in a single layer and cook until crispy and golden (8-10 minutes each side, depending on thickness).
  5. 5Transfer chicken to a plate, cover with foil and set aside.
  6. 6Add the butter to the pan and sauté the onion until soften.
  7. 7Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  8. 8Pour in the chicken stock, then add oregano and the remaining Dijon mustard.
  9. 9Scrap down the browned bits with a wooden spoon to combine all flavors into the sauce.
  10. 10Return chicken thighs to the pan, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 20 more minutes turning the chicken one time in between.
  11. 11Stir in the heavy cream and the mixture of flour + water.
  12. 12Simmer for 3-4 minutes or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
  13. 13Adjust salt to taste and serve over rice, noodles, or with a side of mashed potatoes.

About the Chef & Original Recipe

This recipe was published by Maricruz Avalos Flores on maricruzavalos.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.