Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken with Creamy Dijon Sauce and Mashed Potatoes, a dish that promises to satisfy your cravings while keeping meal prep simple. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection, then enveloped in a luscious, creamy Dijon sauce that elevates every bite. Served alongside fluffy mashed potatoes, this one-skillet wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or delightful family gatherings. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2–3 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Peel and quarter the russet potatoes. Boil them in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook chicken until golden brown on both sides (5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- Melt butter in the same skillet; sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Sprinkle flour, stir for 1 minute, then gradually whisk in chicken broth. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream; mix well. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Drain the boiled potatoes, mash with butter, cream, and salt until smooth.
- Serve mashed potatoes topped with chicken and creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 125mg