Pan-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Roasted Asparagus
Tender pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-mustard sauce, paired with oven-roasted asparagus spears. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, minced garlic cloves, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus spears
- 1 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes until tender and slightly browned at the tips.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1.5 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the honey-mustard glaze over it, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm through and coat the chicken.
- Step 6: Serve the glazed chicken breasts with the roasted asparagus on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Roasted Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Roasted Asparagus?
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-Seared Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Roasted Asparagus?
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 Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Roasted Asparagus?
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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