VELVET CHICKEN BREAST WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
Cooking chicken breasts can be tricky, especially the "skinless-boneless" kind. No matter if they are pan-fried or grilled, they are apt to be dry if left to cook even a minute too long. This recipe borrows a Chinese technique called velveting that guarantees a moist chicken breast. A simple marinade made with egg white and cornstarch is the solution. Usually the chicken is cut into strips or cubes, but small chicken breasts or cutlets can be prepared the same way for Western-style dishes. Here, an assertive mustard sauce pairs nicely with the tender meat. Serve with boiled potatoes and crisp watercress, or stir-fried spinach.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Trim chicken breasts to a uniform size, shape and thickness; they should be about 1/2 inch thick. (If using larger breasts, slice them into 1/2-inch-thick cutlets.) Season generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Velvet the chicken: In a medium-size mixing bowl, whisk egg whites until frothy, then whisk in cornstarch until lump-free. Add chicken breasts and coat well with cornstarch mixture, then cover and marinate for 30 minutes. (Chicken may also be marinated several hours ahead and refrigerated.)
- Meanwhile in a small mixing bowl, stir together Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, dried mustard, horseradish and crème fraîche. Set aside.
- Put butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Lay chicken breasts in the pan and sauté very lightly for 30 seconds a side without browning. Remove breasts and blot on paper towels. Discard remaining oil and wipe pan.
- Return skillet to stove and add mustard and crème fraîche mixture and chicken broth. Whisk together to make a thin sauce and bring to a gentle simmer. Add breasts and simmer for 1 minute, then turn breasts over, cover pan and simmer for 2 minutes. Turn off heat and leave covered for 1 or 2 minutes more, until meat is firm to the touch.
- Transfer breasts to a warm platter. Bring sauce to a boil, add chopped thyme and reduce until slightly thickened. Spoon sauce over breasts, sprinkle with chives and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 425, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 732 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Natalia
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. The chicken was cooked perfectly, but the mustard sauce lacked flavor. I added some additional spices and herbs to the sauce, and it turned out much better.
jhalak shrestha
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the mustard sauce was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again, but I will use less mustard next time.
Mohamed abdallah aloueimine
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the mustard sauce was the perfect complement. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ali Hasnain khokhar
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the mustard sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Hassan Mok
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The chicken was so tender and the mustard sauce was the perfect balance of tangy and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe for any occasion.
Davian Munroe
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the mustard sauce was delicious. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my family.
courrielx Timsane
[email protected]This was my first time making chicken with mustard sauce, and I was pleasantly surprised at how well it turned out. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish again.
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[email protected]I made this dish for my family last night and they all loved it! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the mustard sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Racheal Rolinda
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mustard, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the mustard sauce was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Tahir Bakhar
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. The chicken was cooked perfectly, but the mustard sauce lacked flavor. I added some additional spices and herbs to the sauce, and it turned out much better.
Jadran Ali
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the mustard sauce was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again, but I will use less mustard next time.
The most annoying girl In the world
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the mustard sauce was the perfect complement. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Arigidi Jewel
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the mustard sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Adash Parajuli
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The chicken was so tender and the mustard sauce was the perfect balance of tangy and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe for any occasion.
Nicole Davenport
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the mustard sauce was delicious. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my family.
Zeeshan Offiical
[email protected]This was my first time making chicken with mustard sauce, and I was pleasantly surprised at how well it turned out. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish again.
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[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken always comes out so moist and tender, and the mustard sauce is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe!
Cowboy Construct
[email protected]I made this dish for my family last night and they loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the mustard sauce was so flavorful. Even my picky kids ate it all up.
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[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the mustard sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.