Pan-Seared Chicken with Honey Dijon Glaze and Toasted Almonds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

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Tender pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy honey Dijon sauce, topped with crunchy toasted almonds for a satisfying texture contrast. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2, minced garlic cloves
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F), then remove and keep warm.
Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, simmering for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Step 5: Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the honey Dijon glaze over them, and cook for another minute to coat evenly.
Step 6: Meanwhile, toast 1/4 cup sliced almonds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant.
Step 7: Plate the chicken, drizzle with extra glaze from the pan, sprinkle with toasted almonds and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for a fresh finish.