Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Baby Spinach

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Tender chicken breasts pan-seared and finished with a sweet honey-mustard glaze paired with sautéed baby spinach for a balanced meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, olive oil, minced garlic cloves 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. 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 2 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 4 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate. Reduce heat to medium-low and add 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp lemon juice, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the glaze over each piece, cooking for an additional 1 minute to coat thoroughly.
  6. Step 6: In a separate pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 cups baby spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted but still bright green. Season with a pinch of salt.
  7. Step 7: Serve the glazed chicken breasts atop the sautéed spinach, spooning extra glaze over the top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Baby 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-Mustard Glaze and Baby 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 (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken with Honey-Mustard Glaze and Baby 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-Mustard Glaze and Baby 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-Mustard Glaze and Baby 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.

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