Name: Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 2 teaspoons olive oil; ¼ cup honey; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard; 3 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth; 1 clove garlic (finely minced or pressed); 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Description

This Honey Mustard Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts seared to golden perfection and baked with a flavorful honey and mustard sauce. Combining sweet honey, tangy Dijon and whole grain mustards, fresh thyme, and a hint of garlic, this dish delivers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Easy to prepare and cook in just over 40 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special yet requires minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Chicken

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
2 teaspoons olive oil

Honey Mustard Sauce

¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
3 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth
1 clove garlic (finely minced or pressed)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken after searing.
Season Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then season both sides generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper for flavor.
Heat Skillet: Place a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil, giving it time to warm until shimmering.
Sear Chicken: Add the chicken to the hot skillet and sear each side until golden brown, about 2-4 minutes per side; this locks in juices and creates a flavorful crust.
Prepare Sauce: While the chicken sears, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, chicken broth, minced garlic, and fresh thyme in a medium bowl until smooth and combined.
Apply Sauce: Pour the prepared honey mustard sauce evenly over the seared chicken in the skillet; use a pastry brush to spread the sauce for full coverage on each piece.
Bake Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the chicken uncovered for 15-25 minutes until cooked through; check smaller breasts earlier to prevent overcooking.

Notes

Using an oven-safe skillet allows for seamless stovetop to oven cooking without transferring the chicken to another dish.
If chicken breasts are very thick, consider pounding them to even thickness for uniform cooking.
Adjust seasoning and honey quantity based on your preferred sweetness and tanginess balance.
Fresh thyme can be substituted with dried thyme; use about 1/3 teaspoon dried if fresh is unavailable.
Serve with steamed vegetables or rice to complete the meal.