This elegant yet simple dish marries tender chicken breasts with a luxurious sauce made from heavy cream, sharp Dijon mustard, and sweet seedless green grapes. The flavor profile is a delightful balance of tangy, sweet, and savory, while the texture remains smooth and comforting. It pairs beautifully with the earthy notes of sautéed mushrooms and onions. Perfect for a romantic date night, a special weeknight dinner, or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The microwave method keeps it quick, but the result feels gourmet. Serve over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich, fruity sauce.
Chicken With Grape Mustard Cream
Description
This elegant yet simple dish marries tender chicken breasts with a luxurious sauce made from heavy cream, sharp Dijon mustard, and sweet seedless green grapes. The flavor profile is a delightful balance of tangy, sweet, and savory, while the texture remains smooth and comforting. It pairs beautifully with the earthy notes of saut&# 195;©ed mushrooms and onions. Perfect for a romantic date night, a special weeknight dinner, or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The microwave method keeps it quick, but the result feels gourmet. Serve over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich, fruity sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Place sliced fresh mushrooms, minced onion, 2 tablespoons butter, salt, and pepper in an 8-inch square glass microwave-safe dish.
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Cover the dish with plastic wrap, leaving one corner slightly open for steam to escape.
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Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are softened.
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Arrange four boneless, skinless chicken breast halves on top of the mushroom mixture.
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Pour 1/2 cup dry white wine over the chicken and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon dried marjoram.
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Re-cover the dish and microwave on high for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
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While chicken cooks, combine 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon flour in a 2-cup glass measure.
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Carefully drain the liquid from the chicken dish into the cream mixture and stir well.
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Set the chicken aside, covered, to keep warm.
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Microwave the sauce mixture on high for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring after every minute, until it thickens and bubbles.
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Stir 1 cup seedless green grapes into the thickened sauce.
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Microwave the sauce on high for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the grapes are heated through and slightly softened.
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Slice the chicken crosswise and arrange on warm plates.
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Spoon the hot grape mustard cream sauce over the chicken and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 70.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.3g10%
- Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
- Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
- Sodium 51.5mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 2.7g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
- Sugars 1.5g
- Protein 2.0g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
