Honey Dijon Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistibly flavorful Honey Dijon Chicken! Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are seared to perfection and smothered in a rich, tangy-sweet sauce made with Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice. This one-pan wonder comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal recipe for busy evenings. The dish is elevated by the perfect balance of savory and sweet, while the optional parsley garnish adds a fresh, herbaceous touch. Serve this crowd-pleaser with fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp garden salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Simple ingredients, bold flavors, and ease of preparation—this recipe has it all!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add Dijon mustard, honey, chicken broth, and lemon juice to the skillet, stirring to combine and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat the chicken and meld the flavors.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm with sides like rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.5 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 3978 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.0 g | ||
| Protein | 126.7 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1268 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
