Easy Creamy Dijon Chicken and Potatoes
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Easy Creamy Dijon Chicken and Potatoes, a dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This delightful recipe features tender chicken breasts paired with crispy roasted potatoes, all enveloped in a rich and creamy Dijon mustard sauce. In just 40 minutes, you can serve up a meal that will impress your family or friends, making it ideal for gatherings or cozy dinners. The combination of savory chicken and hearty potatoes creates a warm atmosphere at your dinner table, leaving everyone satisfied and smiling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 potatoes
- 500 g (1 lb) chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (crushed)
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup cream
- 3 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1–2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C/390°F.
- Peel and cube the potatoes, then toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Flatten the chicken breasts between parchment paper for even cooking, then season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Sear the chicken in a pan over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In the same pan, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Add chicken stock and simmer for a few minutes before stirring in cream and Dijon mustard; cook until slightly thickened.
- Return the seared chicken to the pan to absorb flavors for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with the roasted potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 200g
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg