Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Lime Glaze and Mint

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-14 · Updated 2026-07-14

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Pan-seared and finished with a glossy honey-lime glaze accented by fresh mint, offering a balance of sweet, tangy, and herbal notes. This American-inspired chicken 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 280 calories and feeds 4, 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 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, about 6 oz each boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
8 leaves, finely chopped fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on the first side until golden brown and edges are crispy.
Step 3: Flip the chicken breasts and reduce heat to medium. Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant without burning.
Step 4: In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons honey and 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice. Pour this glaze over the chicken breasts, turning them to coat evenly.
Step 5: Cook the chicken for another 4-5 minutes, spooning the glaze frequently, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F) and the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 6: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle 8 finely chopped fresh mint leaves over the chicken. Let rest for 3 minutes before serving with extra glaze spooned on top.