Pan-Seared Chicken with Mustard and Thyme

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Juicy chicken breasts seared to perfection with a tangy mustard-thyme glaze, ready in 25 minutes. This American-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, 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 "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 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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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.

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