Polish Mustard Chicken with Roasted Beets
Mustard-marjoram chicken roasts on one pan with peak-summer Washington beets, golden potatoes, and sweet onion, then gets a cool dill-sour cream finish.
Ingredients
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Organic Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs1 pound $7.49
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Organic Red Beet Bunch1 bunch, roots scrubbed and cut into 3/4-inch wedges $3.49
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Yellow Potato12 ounces, cut into 1-inch pieces $1.69
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Sweet Onion1 small, cut into wedges $1.43
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Olive oil2 tablespoons, divided
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Dijon mustard1 1/2 tablespoons
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Dried marjoram1 teaspoon
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Caraway seeds1/2 teaspoon, optional
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Garlic1 clove, finely grated
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Kosher salt3/4 teaspoon, plus more to taste
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Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
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Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt1/3 cup
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Dried dill1 teaspoon
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Apple cider vinegar2 teaspoons
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Water1 to 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425°F. Scrub and cut the beets and potatoes, cut the onion into wedges, and pat the chicken dry.
- Toss the beets, potatoes, and onion on a rimmed sheet pan with 1 tablespoon olive oil, the caraway seeds, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Arrange in a single layer and roast for 15 minutes.
- Mix the mustard, garlic, marjoram, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Coat the chicken thighs evenly with the mixture.
- Turn the vegetables, nestle the chicken among them, and roast for 22 to 25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the chicken reaches 165°F at its thickest point.
- While the pan roasts, stir together the sour cream, dill, vinegar, and enough water to make a spoonable sauce; season lightly with salt.
- Rest the chicken on the pan for 5 minutes, then slice it into thick strips. Taste the vegetables and adjust the seasoning.
- Spread the dill sauce over two plates, pile on the jewel-toned beets, potatoes, and onion, and arrange the sliced mustard chicken on top.
Total time: 55 minutes
Estimated cost: $14–$17 total for 2 servings
Health notes: About 730 calories per serving, with roughly 47 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber.
Drink pairing: A light Pinot Noir complements the earthy beets, tangy mustard, and roasted chicken.