Grilled Walnut Mustard Chicken
Tomas Kauer - News Writer and Moderator 
What does walnut mustard taste like on grilled chicken? Nutty, sharp, and slightly sweet, with a warmth that regular Dijon does not have. Four boneless chicken breasts rubbed with Maille walnut and white wine mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grilled six to seven minutes per side. Served alongside grilled green beans tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
The mustard forms a thin crust on the chicken as it grills, caramelising at the edges and turning golden. The walnut flavour is subtle but present, a nuttiness underneath the tang. The green beans, charred and snappy from the grill, need nothing more than the mustard chicken next to them. Simple summer dinner. Done.
Tips for Making Grilled Walnut-Mustard Chicken
Rub the mustard on thick
Two tablespoons of walnut mustard divided among four chicken breasts is a thin coating. Do not be shy. The mustard crust is the flavour.
Let the rubbed chicken sit for a few minutes before grilling. The mustard adheres better at room temperature.
Grill the green beans alongside the chicken
Toss one pound of trimmed green beans with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place them perpendicular to the grill grates so they do not fall through.
Four to five minutes over medium-high heat. They should be charred in spots and still snap when you bend them.
Grilled Walnut Mustard Chicken
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Total Time: 25 minutes -
Yield: Serves 4
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Earthy with a touch of sweetness, simple grilled chicken is rubbed with a bold walnut and white wine mustard sauce and served beside matching green beans.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Maille walnut and white wine mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Rub the chicken breasts with the walnut and white wine mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
- While the chicken is grilling, toss the green beans with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the green beans for 4-5 minutes, until tender and slightly charred.
- Serve the grilled chicken with the green beans on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with green beans
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 35
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maille walnut and white wine mustard?
A French mustard flavoured with walnuts and white wine. It is nuttier and milder than plain Dijon. Available in specialty stores or online. If you cannot find it, mix regular Dijon with a tablespoon of finely chopped toasted walnuts.
Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes. Thighs take about eight minutes per side. They are juicier and absorb the mustard flavour well.
Can I bake the chicken instead?
Yes. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for about 25 minutes. The mustard crust will not be as charred, but it still caramelises in the oven.
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