Pan-Seared Chicken with Mustard and Thyme

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

Juicy chicken breasts seared to perfection with a tangy mustard-thyme glaze, ready in 25 minutes. This American quick recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, and salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
3. Step 3: Place chicken breasts in skillet, pressing gently to ensure even contact with the pan; cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Add 1 tbsp Dijon mustard and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves to the skillet, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant and slightly thickened.
6. Step 6: Slice rested chicken, drizzle with mustard-thyme sauce, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.