Honey Mustard Chicken Skillet Recipe
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
747 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Honey Mustard Chicken Skillet Recipe
Description
This skillet recipe starts by sautéing garlic, onion, and rosemary in olive oil until golden. Honey is added twice—initially to sweeten the aromatics during cooking and again with Dijon mustard and chicken stock to form the glaze for the chicken. The chicken thighs are seared and browned on both sides before the sauce ingredients are combined back in the skillet to simmer. The gentle simmer allows the sauce to thicken and the chicken to absorb the flavors fully.
The result is moist chicken with a honey-mustard sauce that’s smooth, slightly thickened, and fragrant with rosemary and onion. This recipe relies on layering flavors through cooking steps rather than adding many spices. It pairs well with sides like rice, potatoes, or steamed vegetables that benefit from the flavorful sauce.
After cooking, the chicken can be enjoyed immediately. The recipe notes allow storage in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days or freezing for longer periods, providing convenience for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
- 1 clove garlic sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- 3 rosemary sprigs
- 3 tablespoons honey divided
- 2 pounds chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup chicken stock
Instructions
- In a cast iron skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic, onions, and rosemary sprigs.
- Sauté for 7 minutes on medium heat, until golden brown.
- Add 2 tablespoons of honey, and sauté for another 2 minutes.
- Remove the onions, garlic, and rosemary from pan and set aside.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in the same pan.
- Add chicken thighs and cook for 8 minutes on each side, on medium heat.
- Add the onions, garlic, and rosemary back to the pan.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey, plus the Dijon mustard.
- Add the chicken stock and mix with a wooden spoon so that all ingredients are well combined.
- Let everything simmer on medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Garnish with rosemary and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 747 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 747kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 56g | 86% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 224mg | 75% |
| Sodium | 391mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 617mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 191IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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