Chicken in Onion and Mustard Sauce

Name: Chicken in Onion and Mustard Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 3 breast half, bone and skin removed (blank)s skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 1 pinch ground black pepper; 1 small red onion, sliced; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; ½ cup applesauce; ¼ cup white wine; 2 tablespoons mustard; ¼ cup half-and-half cream; ½ cup chopped walnuts

Rating: 3.91 stars

11 Ratings
10 Reviews
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Surprisingly mild and easy to make, this dish takes to substitutions well depending on what you have in the house. Despite the name, even my young children enjoy this chicken! It's quick, easy, and something different for dinner. Apple juice may be substituted for the applesauce and wine. Grainy, spicier mustards will create a spicier sauce; mild or sweet mustards will create a milder sauce.

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Recipe Summary

prep:

10 mins

cook:

25 mins

total:

35 mins

Servings:

Yield:

3 servings

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Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken on both sides with pepper; cook the chicken breasts in the butter until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 6 to 7 minutes each side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove the breasts from the pan and set aside.

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Step 2

Stir together the onion, parsley, applesauce, wine, mustard, and half-and-half in the pan; bring the mixture to a boil and cook about 5 minutes. Return the chicken to the pan; add the walnuts. Allow to cook until the chicken is warm, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

388 calories; protein 31g 62% DV; carbohydrates 12.3g 4% DV; fat 23.1g 36% DV; cholesterol 89.5mg 30% DV; sodium 220mg 9% DV. Full Nutrition

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Bellerophon

10/15/2008

I used the ingredients and amounts in the recipe except for using two chicken breasts. I pounded them lightly to make for equal thickness and an instant-read thermometer reached 180 degrees in about 3 minutes per side. I sweated the onion sliced very thin in the remaining butter for a couple minutes before adding anything else to the skillet. Made the onion a bit sweeter and a little easier to digest. For the mustard I used half Grey Poupon Country Style and half Mister Mustard an extra-pungent Dijon-style product. Next time I'll probably forego the Mister Mustard and use just a bit less mustard overall -- The mustard's piquancy was quite pronounced though pretty well balanced by the sweetness of the applesauce. Next time I think I'll also increase the amount of wine and cream to maybe 1/3 cup each. Reason: The sauce though very tasty became quite thick and really ceased to be "saucy". I'd like it somewhat thinner. The walnuts added a really nice crunchy texture. I wouldn't hesitate to make this for company! Read More

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JMLYN

03/11/2009

Followed recipe as written. Very strange taste not at all to my or my familys liking. Definitely would not make again. Read More

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11 Ratings

5 star values: 3
4 star values: 6
3 star values: 1
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 1

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Bellerophon

10/15/2008

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KissTheChefette

10/13/2008

Pretty good! Definately use a red onion it gives a little bit of sweet to offset the strong mustard! I used dijon mustard and it was still quite pungent. Maybe using less mustard and somehow incorporating bacon would make this a 5star but as is a great 4 star. Thanks! Read More

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goddess

06/23/2009

Made this for supper the other night and already had the chicken cooking when I realized I didn't have any applesauce. I used peanut butter instead and hoped for the best. It still turned out pretty good but I can imagine it with the applesauce mellow and sweet. I also added a small can of sliced mushrooms to it. I will make it again with or without the applesauce! Read More

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Sarah

10/13/2008

I've been looking to add a little excitement to chicken and thought this recipe was outstanding. The only change I made was to leave out the walnuts as I'm not a fan. Thanks for sharing I will make this again. Read More

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megan

04/22/2009

This was really good. Slightly sweet from the onion but also savory. The sauce was thicker than I thought it would be - a nice consistency. Read More

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HeatherC8

04/08/2010

This is so good! Great flavor. My husband loves chicken w/ apple or mustard and this combines both of those very well. Read More

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08/14/2009

Loved it! Great taste. Can take or leave the walnuts though. Read More

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mrs susan

11/09/2010

I made 2 small changes - I lightly coated the chicken in flour to help it brown and create a nice visual contrast with the sauce and I changed the fat to half butter half olive oil. I then doubled the recipe and served it to some old friends who were practically licking the plate! Will definitely make this again! Read More

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JMLYN

03/11/2009

Followed recipe as written. Very strange taste not at all to my or my familys liking. Definitely would not make again. Read More

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Chicken in Onion and Mustard Sauce

Servings Per Recipe: 3
Calories: 388.3

% Daily Value *

protein: 62 %

carbohydrates: 4 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 11 %

sugars:

fat: 36 %

saturated fat: 31 %

cholesterol: 30 %

vitamin a iu: 6 %

niacin equivalents: 139 %

vitamin b6: 43 %

vitamin c: 6 %

folate: 7 %

calcium: 8 %

iron: 13 %

magnesium: 25 %

potassium: 13 %

sodium: 9 %

thiamin: 15 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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10/15/2008

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06/23/2009

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10/13/2008

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megan

04/22/2009

This was really good. Slightly sweet from the onion but also savory. The sauce was thicker than I thought it would be - a nice consistency.

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HeatherC8

04/08/2010

This is so good! Great flavor. My husband loves chicken w/ apple or mustard and this combines both of those very well.

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08/14/2009

Loved it! Great taste. Can take or leave the walnuts though.

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mrs susan

11/09/2010

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JMLYN

03/11/2009

Followed recipe as written. Very strange taste not at all to my or my familys liking. Definitely would not make again.

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