Pan-Seared Chicken with English Mustard and Herb Sauce

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A simple pan-seared chicken breast glazed with tangy English mustard and served with a fresh herb sauce for a bright finish. This Italian recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, English mustard, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Spread 2 tbsp English mustard evenly over the top side of each chicken breast.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the chicken breasts mustard-side down. Cook for 4 minutes without moving until the mustard forms a golden crust.
  4. Step 4: Flip the chicken and add 2 minced garlic cloves around the pan, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Step 6: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to create the herb sauce.
  7. Step 7: Serve the chicken topped with the fresh herb sauce for a bright, tangy finish.

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