Pan-Seared Chicken with Thyme and Honey Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

Pan-seared and finished with a fragrant honey-thyme glaze for a balanced sweet and savory flavor. This chicken recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh thyme leaves 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.

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (about 6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5 minutes without moving until golden brown on the bottom.
3. Step 3: Flip the chicken and add 1 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves. Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the melted butter and herbs over the chicken for 2-3 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
4. Step 4: Drizzle 2 tbsp honey over the chicken in the last minute of cooking, allowing it to bubble and thicken slightly, coating the chicken in a glossy glaze. Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes before serving.