Description

Easy Creamy Dijon Chicken and Potatoes is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs, golden pan-fried red potatoes, and a luscious plant-based cream sauce infused with tangy Dijon mustard and fresh herbs. Enhanced by smoky turkey bacon and a rich umami depth from vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, this meal offers simplicity and rich taste perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein and Vegetables

4 chicken thighs, trimmed and patted dry
1 lb red potatoes, cut into bite-sized chunks
4 slices smoked turkey bacon

Sauce and Seasonings

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (natural)
1 cup plant-based cream
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the chicken and potatoes: Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and pat them dry with paper towels for a good sear. Cut the red potatoes into uniform bite-sized chunks to ensure even cooking.
Cook the smoky turkey bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook smoked turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
Brown the chicken and potatoes: Add olive oil to the skillet if needed. Place chicken thighs skin side down and sear until golden and crispy. Flip and cook for a few more minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet. Add potatoes to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they develop a golden crust.
Build the creamy Dijon sauce: Lower the heat and add minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until fragrant. Stir in Dijon mustard, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and fresh thyme leaves. Slowly pour in plant-based cream while stirring to form a smooth, velvety sauce.
Combine and finish cooking: Return chicken and bacon to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce and potatoes. Cover and simmer gently until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Notes

Ensure chicken skin is dry before searing for the best golden crust.
Cut potatoes uniformly for even cooking.
Use fresh thyme for the brightest flavor.
Adjust plant-based cream quantity to control sauce thickness.
Simmer gently after adding cream to prevent separation.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: Creamy Dijon Chicken, Chicken and Potatoes, Plant-based Cream Sauce, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner