Chicken and Potatoes with Dijon Cream Sauce: A Cozy Indulgence
This comforting dish features juicy chicken and tender potatoes smothered in a rich Dijon cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 cups baby potatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the chicken thighs on both sides.
- Add baby potatoes and garlic, then transfer the skillet to the oven.
- While the chicken and potatoes are baking, mix heavy cream and Dijon mustard in a bowl.
- After 25 minutes, pour the cream sauce over the chicken and potatoes, then bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cream sauce.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh and potatoes
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken, potatoes, Dijon, cream sauce, comfort food