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Old-Fashioned Mustard Chicken with Creamy Leek Fondue

Classic mustard chicken served with a rich and creamy leek fondue for a comforting meal.

Try this old-fashioned mustard chicken with creamy leek fondue for a comforting and flavorful meal ready in 25 minutes.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
15m
Rest time
0s
Total time
25m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 150 g skinless chicken breast
  • 15 g whole grain mustard
  • 10 g unsalted butter
  • 100 g leek white part sliced
  • 50 ml heavy cream
  • 1 piece garlic clove minced
  • 10 ml olive oil
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground

Origins

United Kingdom

Instructions

  1. Pat dry the skinless chicken breast with paper towels.
  2. Season the chicken breast with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper on both sides.
  3. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  4. Add the chicken breast to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes without moving to get a golden crust.
  5. Flip the chicken breast and cook for another 5 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear.
  6. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside, keeping warm.
  7. In the same skillet, add unsalted butter and minced garlic clove, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  8. Add sliced white part of leek to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
  9. For in heavy cream and stir to combine with leeks, simmer gently for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  10. Remove skillet from heat and stir in whole grain mustard until smooth and creamy.
  11. Return the chicken breast to the skillet and spoon some creamy leek fondue over the top.
  12. Serve the chicken breast with the creamy leek fondue immediately while hot.

Tips

  • Use fresh leeks and clean them well to avoid grit.
  • Do not overcook the chicken to keep it juicy.
  • Whole grain mustard adds texture and flavor, do not substitute with smooth mustard.

Serving Suggestions

  • steamed green beans
  • roasted baby potatoes
  • fresh garden salad

Enjoy this classic mustard chicken with creamy leek fondue for a simple yet elegant meal that delights every time.


Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 1
  • Sodium (g): 0.3
  • Sugar (g): 1
  • Fat (g): 8
  • Carbohydrates (g): 3
  • Protein (g): 22
  • Calories: 180
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.06
  • Saturated Fat (g): 3

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