Pan-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Garlic Potatoes

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Tender pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-mustard sauce, served alongside golden garlic roasted potatoes. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, olive oil, minced garlic cloves 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until crisp and golden.
  2. Step 2: While potatoes roast, season 4 chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, internal temp reaching 165°F.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken and reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, cooking for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet and coat with the honey-mustard glaze, simmering for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Step 5: Remove potatoes from oven, toss with 2 tbsp unsalted butter while hot to melt and coat evenly. Serve chicken breasts topped with glaze alongside garlic potatoes.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Garlic Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Garlic Potatoes?

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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Garlic Potatoes?

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-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Garlic Potatoes 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-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Garlic Potatoes?

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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