Chicken & Mushroom Crêpes with Creamy Dijon Sauce

Tender chicken and golden mushrooms wrapped in delicate crêpes, finished with a silky Dijon cream sauce for a cozy, bistro-style dinner at home.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (150g) all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/4 cups (310ml) milk
• 2 tbsp melted butter (plus extra for the pan)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp water (optional, to thin batter)
• 1 lb (450g) chicken breast or thighs, finely sliced
• 12 oz (340g) mushrooms, sliced
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced (pantry staple)
• 2 tbsp olive oil (pantry staple)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh), optional but recommended
• 1/2 tsp paprika (pantry staple)
• 3/4 tsp salt, plus more to taste
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup (240ml) chicken stock (or water + extra salt)
• 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy cream
• 1 1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp flour (to thicken)
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional but excellent)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

Method

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  Step 1: Make the crêpe batter

  In a bowl, whisk flour and salt. Add eggs and whisk into a thick paste. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth, then whisk in melted butter. The batter should be the consistency of pouring cream; add up to 1 tbsp water if needed. Rest 10 minutes (this helps prevent tearing).

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  Step 2: Cook the crêpes

  Heat a nonstick skillet (about 10 in/25 cm) over medium heat. Lightly butter the pan. Pour in about 1/4 cup batter, swirling to coat thinly. Cook 45–60 seconds until the edges lift and the underside is lightly golden, then flip and cook 20–30 seconds. Stack on a plate. (You need 8 crêpes; extra are a cook’s treat.)

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  Step 3: Brown the mushrooms

  Heat 1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over high heat. Add mushrooms and spread out. Cook undisturbed 2 minutes, then stir and continue cooking until they release moisture and turn golden, 5–7 minutes total. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then scrape into a bowl.

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  Step 4: Cook the chicken and build flavor

  In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp butter. Add onion and cook 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic, thyme, and paprika; stir until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté 4–6 minutes until just cooked through and lightly browned. Return mushrooms to the pan and toss together. Remove from heat.

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  Step 5: Make the creamy Dijon sauce

  Sprinkle 1 tbsp flour over the chicken-mushroom mixture and stir for 1 minute (this cooks out the raw flour taste). Pour in stock while stirring, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in cream and Dijon mustard, then simmer gently 2–3 minutes until silky and coats a spoon. Stir in Parmesan (if using) and lemon juice (if using). Taste and adjust salt/pepper.

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  Step 6: Fill and fold the crêpes

  Spoon a generous line of filling down the center of each crêpe. Roll up like a cigar or fold into triangles. Place seam-side down on plates (or into a warm ovenproof dish).

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  Step 7: Serve

  Spoon extra sauce over the top. If you want a more “baked crêpes” feel, place filled crêpes in a dish, drizzle with sauce, and warm in a 350°F/175°C oven for 8–10 minutes.

Tips

• **No heavy cream?** Use milk, but simmer a little longer to thicken; the sauce will be lighter (add Parmesan to help with body).
• **Chicken thighs vs breast:** Thighs stay juicier and are more forgiving; breast is leaner—don’t overcook it.
• **Best mushroom browning tip:** High heat + don’t stir at first. Golden mushrooms = deeper flavor.
• **Make ahead:** Crêpes can be made 2 days ahead (stack with parchment), and the filling/sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Rewarm gently, adding a splash of stock/milk if the sauce thickens.
• **To serve with:** A simple green salad with lemony dressing or steamed green beans balances the richness nicely.

Nutrition (per serving, estimate)