Pan-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Roasted Vegetables
Juicy chicken breasts pan-roasted to golden perfection, glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-mustard sauce, served alongside caramelized roasted carrots and potatoes. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs olive oil, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 4 medium, peeled and cut into 2-inch sticks carrots
- 12 halved baby potatoes
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 4 peeled carrots cut into 2-inch sticks and 12 halved baby potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves on a baking sheet; roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Step 2: While vegetables roast, season 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add chicken breasts to skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F; remove from heat.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard. Return skillet to medium heat, add 1 tbsp unsalted butter, then stir in honey-mustard mixture; cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 5: Brush the honey-mustard glaze evenly over chicken breasts, remove from skillet, and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Step 6: Serve glazed chicken breasts alongside the roasted carrots and potatoes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Pan-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Roasted Vegetables?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Roasted Vegetables?
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 Pan-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Roasted Vegetables 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.
What goes well with Pan-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Roasted Vegetables?
American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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