Sautéed Chicken with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Tender chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce paired with caramelized roasted sweet potatoes. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium (about 1 lb) sweet potatoes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Peel and cut 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Toss them with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and tender.
- Step 2: While the sweet potatoes roast, mix 2 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard in a small bowl to create the glaze.
- Step 3: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
- Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
- Step 5: In the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush the honey mustard glaze over the chicken and let it caramelize until sticky and fragrant.
- Step 6: Serve the glazed chicken breasts alongside the roasted sweet potatoes for a balanced, flavorful meal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Chicken with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Mustard Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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 Mustard Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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 Mustard Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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.
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