Easy Honey Mustard Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
296 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Honey Mustard Chicken
Description
Easy Honey Mustard Chicken starts with chicken breasts cut lengthwise into thinner cutlets, which are seasoned and floured before pan-searing in olive oil and butter. This creates a golden crust while keeping the interior juicy. The pan drippings form the base for a sauce made by melting butter with flour, then whisking in chicken broth, grainy mustard, Dijon mustard, and honey until smooth. The chicken returns to the pan to finish cooking in the sauce, which thickens and infuses each piece with balanced sweet and savory flavors.
The resulting chicken is a versatile entrée suitable for dinner, pairing well with rice, potatoes, or steamed vegetables. The sauce provides moistness and depth, making this recipe practical for a weekday meal or casual gathering.
Adjusting the mustard types can tweak the sauce's tang and texture to your preference. Chicken thighs may also be used but will require longer searing and ensuring they reach the safe internal temperature of 165°F. Taste testing the sauce for sweetness before serving can help achieve the desired balance between honey and mustard.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast cut in half lengthwise
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- flour for dredging, 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter divided
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons grainy mustard
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- parsley optional, to taste, fresh chopped
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you've got 4 thinner cutlets. Sprinkle them with salt & pepper, the garlic powder, and then coat each piece in flour and shake off any excess.
- Add the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Let the pan get hot for a few minutes before adding the chicken.
- Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes/side until golden and almost cooked through, then transfer it to a plate.
- Add the remaining butter to the pan and let it melt, then sprinkle the flour in. Let it cook for about 30 seconds to 1 minute (stir it a couple times).
- Whisk the chicken broth in until the flour dissolves, then add in the mustards and honey and continue whisking until smooth.
- Add the chicken back to the pan (and any juices from the plate), and let it cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the chicken has cooked through (165F) and the sauce has thickened up a bit. You may need to turn the heat down if it's boiling hard (you want it to bubble fairly gently). Season with extra salt & pepper if needed and serve immediately with fresh parsley sprinkled over top if desired.The sauce is quite sweet (as you'd expect from honey mustard). If you would prefer it to be a bit less sweet, reduce the honey to 1.5 tbsp. Keep in mind it balances the sharpness of the Dijon, so you don't want to reduce it too much without adjusting other ingredients.
Notes
- Adjust the types and amounts of mustard for desired sweetness and tanginess by taste testing the sauce during cooking.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted but require longer cooking and careful temperature checks to ensure they are fully cooked to 165°F.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 550mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 498mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 305IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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