Pan-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Apple Slaw

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

Tender pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-mustard sauce, served alongside a crisp apple and cabbage slaw. This american southern-inspired chicken ready in about 27 minutes pairs salt, black pepper, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (about 6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 medium, julienned green apple
• 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 1 medium, shredded carrot
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 tsp salt (for slaw)
• 1/8 tsp black pepper (for slaw)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Place chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6 minutes without moving until the underside is golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, whisk together 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar in a small bowl until smooth. Brush the glaze over the chicken during the last 2 minutes of cooking to caramelize.
4. Step 4: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 julienned green apple, 1 cup shredded red cabbage, 1 shredded medium carrot, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Toss well to make a refreshing slaw.
5. Step 5: Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 3 minutes, then slice and serve alongside the apple slaw for a balance of sweet, tangy, and crisp flavors.