"A mustard chicken recipe, the classic French poulet a la moustarde, from David Lebovitz. It's made with chicken, mustard, thyme, and stock...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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1/4 teaspoon sweet or
smoked paprika
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Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
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3/4 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt ((optional))
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and 4 drumsticks ((8 pieces total))
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1 cup smoked thick-cut bacon (diced)
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1 small onion (finely diced)
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
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Olive oil (for the pan)
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1 cup white wine
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1 tablespoon whole mustard seeds or grainy mustard
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2 to 3 tablespoons crème fraîche or heavy cream
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Warm water (as needed)
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Chopped flat-leaf parsley or chives (for garnish)