Sautéed Chicken with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Vegetables
Tender chicken breasts sautéed to golden perfection, glazed with a sweet honey mustard sauce, paired with a medley of roasted root vegetables. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 430 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) chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 chopped carrots, 2 chopped parsnips, and 1 medium red onion cut into wedges with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp fresh thyme. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, season 2 chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sauté for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, internal temperature reaching 165°F.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp water. Pour the honey mustard glaze over the chicken in the skillet and cook for 2 minutes more, spooning the sauce over the chicken until the glaze thickens and coats the meat.
- Step 4: Serve the glazed chicken breasts alongside the roasted vegetables, spooning any extra glaze from the pan over the top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Chicken with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Vegetables?
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 (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Vegetables?
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 Vegetables 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 Vegetables?
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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