Pan-Seared Chicken with Illinois Honey Mustard Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce inspired by the heart of Illinois. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, salt, black pepper 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: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (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
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

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Instructions

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.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the chicken breasts. Sear for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving, until golden brown and crispy around the edges.
Step 3: Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
Step 4: Meanwhile, mix 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves in a small bowl until smooth.
Step 5: Reduce heat to low, pour the honey mustard glaze over the chicken in the skillet, and spoon the sauce over the chicken for 2 minutes until it thickens and coats the breasts beautifully.
Step 6: Remove from heat and let rest for 3 minutes before serving with the sticky glaze spooned on top.