Creamy Dijon Chicken and Potatoes
A comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken breasts and creamy Dijon sauce paired with hearty potatoes, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Season and sear chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Set chicken aside: Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- Cook the potatoes and garlic: Add minced garlic and diced potatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes until tender and starting to brown.
- Prepare the sauce: Stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream, mixing until well combined.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy your meal!
Notes
You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or plant-based cream for a lighter or dairy-free option. Adjust salt and pepper to taste while cooking.