Chicken Ballotine recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 30 2026
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Chicken Ballotine Recipe

Inspired by Vida
Time1h
Serves4

Chicken Ballotine is a French dish made with boneless chicken thighs that are rolled around a filling and then cooked. This version features a savory filling of sautéed chanterelle mushrooms, Dijon mustard, and toasted hazelnuts, providing a rich and earthy flavor profile. Here's how to make it at home.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Ballotine Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

1

Prepare the Chicken

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lay the boneless chicken thighs flat on a clean surface and pound them gently to an even thickness.

2

Sauté the Chanterelles

In a pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chanterelle mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender. Remove from heat and let cool.

3

Make the Filling

In a bowl, mix the sautéed chanterelles, Dijon mustard, heavy cream, and fresh thyme until well combined.

4

Assemble the Ballotine

Place a portion of the filling onto each chicken thigh, roll tightly, and secure with baking twine.

5

Cook the Ballotine

In the same pan used for the mushrooms, melt the remaining butter. Sear the chicken ballotine on all sides until golden brown, then transfer to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

6

Prepare the Sauce

In the same pan, after removing the ballotine, add any remaining filling and cook for a minute. Then add a splash of water or stock to deglaze the pan, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom. Simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.

7

Serve

Remove the twine from the chicken, slice, and serve with the sauce drizzled over the top. Garnish with toasted hazelnuts.