Description
Heavenly Chicken and Potatoes with Dijon Cream Sauce is a comforting dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with tender Yukon Gold potatoes, all enveloped in a rich, creamy Dijon sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe delivers a delightful flavor experience that’s sure to impress. With easy preparation steps and minimal ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering meal that feels indulgent without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup smooth Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme until well coated. Dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into even pieces.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and add minced garlic; cook until fragrant. Whisk in Dijon mustard, then pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir until slightly thickened.
- In a baking dish, arrange seared chicken over the diced potatoes and pour the cream sauce generously on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg