Easy Honey Mustard Chicken
This Easy Honey Mustard Chicken is a quick and comforting weeknight meal that's sweet, tangy, and perfect over rice. Ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Preferably thicker to prevent drying out.
- 1/4 cup honey Use milder runny honey for subtle sweetness.
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard Don't substitute with yellow mustard.
- 2 cups cooked rice Use leftover rice for best results.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing; use a neutral oil if cooking hotter.
- to taste none salt and pepper Simple seasonings to enhance the flavor.
Optional Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley For garnish, adds color and flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Whisk together honey and Dijon mustard in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken in the skillet for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, brush the honey-mustard mixture over the chicken.
- Let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking.
Serving
- Plate the chicken over cooked rice and drizzle with any remaining pan juices.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for garnish if desired.
Notes
For best results, avoid adding the sauce too early to prevent burning. Let the chicken rest to retain juices. Optional variations include swapping brown rice for white or adding herbs for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
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