My Dad's Chicken Dijon Recipe

Name: My Dad's Chicken Dijon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs broiler, quartered; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cups dry white wine; ¼ teaspoon tarragon leaf; 1 pinch thyme; 1 small bay leaf; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 egg yolks; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon sour cream; 1 pinch cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

2 -3 lbs broiler, quartered
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups dry white wine
¼ teaspoon tarragon leaf
1 pinch thyme
1 small bay leaf
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 pinch cayenne pepper

1
Heat butter in large frying pan.
2
Add chicken and cook until well browned on both sides.
3
Add wine, tarragon, thyme, bay leaf, salt and pepper.
4
Bring to a boil.
5
Cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until the meat is tender.
6
Remove meat to a heated dish and keep warm.
7
Discard bay leaf.
8
Blend sauce with egg yolks.
9
Add sour cream, mustard, and cayenne pepper.
10
Heat stirring constantly, do not allow to boil.
11
Pour over chicken.

609

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 -3 lbs broiler, quartered, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 cups dry white wine, ¼ teaspoon tarragon leaf, and more.

Yes, My Dad's Chicken Dijon falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

My Dad's Chicken Dijon

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Variations & substitutions

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