Easy Creamy Dijon Chicken and Potatoes
If you’re seeking a quick and comforting meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate, Easy Creamy Dijon Chicken and Potatoes is your answer. This family-friendly dish combines tender chicken breasts, crispy roasted potatoes, and a rich creamy sauce enhanced with the zing of Dijon mustard. In just about 40 minutes, you’ll have a delectable dinner that everyone will love, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. The bright flavors of lemon juice and herbs elevate this dish, ensuring it becomes a regular on your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Peel and cube the potatoes, toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a roasting pan.
- Roast the potatoes for about 30 minutes, tossing halfway through.
- Flatten chicken breasts between parchment paper and season with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Sear the chicken in a pan over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken stock; simmer before incorporating cream and Dijon mustard until thickened.
- Stir in lemon juice and return chicken to the pan; cook for another five minutes.
- Serve garnished with parsley alongside roasted potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg