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This one-pot Dijon chicken and potatoes recipe is savory, creamy, and packed with so much flavor. Juicy, pan-seared chicken is simmered in a rich Dijon mustard sauce with tender baby potatoes. It’s a cozy, no-fuss dinner that feels comforting and elevated at the same time.
This recipe comes together in one skillet and is perfect for weeknights when you want something filling without the extra cleanup. The sauce is creamy, garlicky, and full of tang from the Dijon mustard. Every bite is flavorful and satisfying.
It’s an easy crowd-pleaser that makes the whole kitchen smell amazing.
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Irresistible One Pot Dijon Chicken and Potatoes 😋
This recipe is pure comfort food. It’s simple enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for guests. Here are a few reasons why I love this recipe:
One-pot meal: Everything cooks in one pan, which means less mess and more flavor.
Creamy Dijon sauce: The sauce is bold, tangy, and super comforting.
Family-friendly: Chicken and potatoes are always a hit.
Ingredients You Need
This recipe is made with simple ingredients that create deep, rich flavor in every bite.
NOTE: The full list of ingredients with measurements is provided in the recipe card below.
Chicken Breast: I use chicken breasts for this recipe because they sear beautifully
Baby Potatoes: Cut in half if large. Yukon Golds or red potatoes work well.
Dijon Mustard: The star of the sauce, don’t skip it.
Garlic & Onion: For an aromatic, flavorful base.
Chicken Broth broth & White Wine: Helps create the sauce and cook the potatoes.
Heavy Cream: Makes the sauce rich and velvety.
Olive Oil & Butter: For searing and building the sauce.
Fresh Herbs: I like to finish with thyme or parsley.
Salt + Pepper: To season every layer.
How to Make One-Pot Dijon Chicken and Potatoes
This dish comes together in a few easy steps. Here’s how to make it:
Sear the chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet and sear the chicken skin-side down until golden. Flip and cook for another few minutes. Remove and set aside.
Sauté aromatics: Add butter, onion, and garlic to the pan. Sauté until softened.
Deglaze and build the sauce: Stir in Dijon mustard, chicken broth, heavy cream, and white wine scraping up the browned bits.
Add potatoes: Nestle the potatoes into the sauce. Return the chicken to the pan.
Simmer: Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or, until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
Garnish: Top with fresh herbs and serve.
Substitutions and Variations
Chicken: You can use boneless thighs or chicken breasts. Just reduce the cook time.
Potatoes: Fingerlings or chopped russets work too.
Add greens: Stir in spinach or kale at the end for extra color.
Mustard: Whole grain mustard can be swapped for Dijon if you like texture.
Recipe Tips
Sear the chicken well: It adds flavor and helps the skin stay crispy.
Simmer gently: Don’t let the sauce boil—low and slow keeps everything tender.
Use a wide pan: A braiser or large skillet works best for even cooking.
Make Ahead and Storage
Make ahead: You can sear the chicken and prep everything in advance. Cook fresh when ready to serve.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the oven.
More One- Pot Recipes You’ll Love
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- Garlic Butter Steak & Potatoes
- Lemon Salmon Orzo
- Italian Dressing Chicken
- Chicken Thighs with Tuscan Orzo
One Pot Dijon Chicken and Potatoes
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 1 large chicken breast cut into half
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
For the potatoes
- 1 1/2 cup baby yukon gold potatoes quartered
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
For the sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- ½ large onion diced small
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ⅛ cup white wine
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- ½ cup parmesean cheese
- salt, italian seasoning and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side down in the pot. Add the halved Yukon Gold potatoes to the other side of the pot, cut side down. Sear both the chicken and potatoes for about 5–6 minutes until golden brown, then flip and sear for another 3–4 minutes. Remove both from the pot and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add butter to the same pot, and toss in the diced onions and garlic. Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom, and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until reduced. Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, parmesean cheese and spices. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Nestle the seared chicken and potatoes back into the pot. Cover and cook on the stovetop over low heat for 15-29 minutes, or if you prefer, transfer to a 350°F (190°C) oven and bake covered until the chicken is fully cooked and the potatoes are tender.
- Once done, garnish with fresh parsley and serve straight from the pot. The creamy Dijon sauce is perfect for sopping up with crusty bread or drizzling over the chicken and potatoes.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
The Dijon sauce coated the chicken and potatoes perfectly. I enjoyed making this recipe.
I actually made this one pot Dijon chicken and potatoes last night, and it turned out amazing. The flavors blended so well, and I loved how easy it was to put together.
This was a great recipe. I didn’t have Simon so I used stone ground and it was delicious.
Comfort food level: unlocked. Will make again!
I just made this recipe and mind you I didn’t have white wine so I used reposado. This SLAPSSSS. So easy and yummy. I’m sooo glad I came across this recipe.
Love me a good one-pot recipe. This was amazing and perfect for leftovers!
Amazing flavor! Will try to add mushrooms next time. Great recipe.
This is a great recipe! I used chicken breast and added some spinach ! My family loved it.
Made this tonight and it was delicious! The flavors were amazing that even my picky teenager love it. Will be making this again!
Made this tonight and it was delicious! The flavors were amazing that even my picky teenager love it. Will be making this again!