Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Dijon Glaze and Wilted Spinach
Tender chicken breasts pan-seared and glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-Dijon sauce, served over a bed of garlicky wilted spinach. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs olive oil, minced garlic cloves, honey 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 5 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside.
- Step 3: Lower heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet with 1 tbsp Dijon mustard and 2 tbsp honey. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the glaze thickens and becomes fragrant.
- Step 4: Return chicken breasts to the skillet, coating both sides with the honey-Dijon glaze. Cook for an additional 1 minute, then remove from heat.
- Step 5: In a separate pan, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 5 cups fresh baby spinach and sauté with a pinch of salt for 2-3 minutes until wilted but still bright green.
- Step 6: Finish spinach with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, toss well, and serve immediately topped with glazed chicken breasts.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Dijon Glaze and Wilted Spinach take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Dijon Glaze and Wilted Spinach?
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 Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Dijon Glaze and Wilted Spinach?
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 Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Dijon Glaze and Wilted Spinach 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 Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Dijon Glaze and Wilted Spinach?
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.
