Stovetop Dijon–Sage Chicken Thighs with Sweet Onion Pan Gravy + Mashed Gold Potatoes
A cozy, saucy skillet dinner with real “Sunday supper” vibes—without the all-day braise. Juicy chicken thighs simmer in a quick mustardy broth with sweet onions, then get spooned over creamy mashed gold potatoes. Simple, comforting, and very WA-winter appropriate.
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- Simple Truth® Naturalˆ Boneless & Skinless Fresh Chicken Thighs Griller Pack BIG DEAL!, 1 lb (on sale) 1 lb (about 4 small thighs) $4.49
- Simple Truth Organic® Gourmet Gold Potatoes, 24 oz (on sale) 1½ lb (about 6 small), peeled and chunked $3.50
- Jumbo Yellow Onions, 1 lb (on sale) 1 large onion, thinly sliced $1.29
- Simple Truth Organic® Low Sodium Free Range Chicken Broth, 32 oz (on sale) 1 cup $1.99
- Simple Truth Organic® Sage, 0.5 oz 1 tsp chopped (or ½ tsp dried sage from pantry) $2.79
Instructions
- Prep the potatoes: peel and cut 1½ lb gold potatoes into 1½-inch chunks; place in a pot, cover with cold water by 1 inch, and add 1½ tsp kosher salt
- Cook the potatoes (stove): bring to a boil, then simmer 12–15 minutes until very tender; drain and return to the hot pot to steam-dry 2 minutes
- Mash: mash the hot potatoes with 2 Tbsp butter (or 2 Tbsp olive oil) and ¼–⅓ cup warm chicken broth; season with ¼ tsp black pepper and salt to taste; cover to keep warm
- Prep the chicken and onion: pat 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs dry; season with ¾ tsp kosher salt and ½ tsp black pepper; thinly slice 1 large yellow onion; chop 1 tsp fresh sage
- Brown the chicken (stove): heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high; add the 1 lb chicken thighs and sear 3–4 minutes per side until well-browned; move to a plate
- Soften the onions: reduce heat to medium; add the sliced 1 large onion with a pinch of salt; cook 6–8 minutes, stirring, until soft and lightly golden
- Build the pan sauce: add 1 tsp chopped sage and cook 30 seconds; pour in 1 cup chicken broth, scraping up browned bits; whisk in 1½ Tbsp Dijon mustard (pantry) and 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice (pantry)
- Simmer the chicken: return the browned chicken thighs to the skillet; cover and simmer 8–10 minutes until cooked through (165°F)
- Finish and serve: taste sauce and adjust salt/pepper; spoon chicken and onion-mustard gravy over mashed gold potatoes (about half the mash per person)
Cook time: 50 minutes
Estimated cost: $14–20
Health notes: Estimated per serving (½ recipe): ~800–950 kcal (depends on butter/cream). High protein; potatoes add potassium. Tips: Lighten by mashing with olive oil + a splash of broth instead of butter/cream; keep skin off thighs if preferred.
Drink pairing: Mustard + chicken + creamy potatoes loves whites with body or lighter reds with good acid. Best picks: - Pinot Gris (Oregon/Washington styles): round enough for mash, bright enough for mustard - Chenin Blanc (dry): waxy texture + high acid works beautifully - Pinot Noir (light-bodied): classic with chicken and savory onion sauce