Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple-Glazed Carrots

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender chicken breasts coated in a sweet-tangy honey-mustard crust, served alongside caramelized maple-glazed carrots for a perfect weeknight dinner. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Dredge each breast in 1/4 cup flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F oven and bake for 12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, peel and slice 1 lb carrots into 1/2-inch coins. Melt remaining butter in a separate skillet over medium heat, add carrots, and cook for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Whisk 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 2 tbsp maple syrup in a small bowl. Pour over carrots and toss until coated; cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the carrots.
  5. Step 5: Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve with maple-glazed carrots, drizzling any pan juices from the skillet over the chicken.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple-Glazed Carrots take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple-Glazed Carrots?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple-Glazed Carrots?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple-Glazed Carrots for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple-Glazed Carrots gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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