Sautéed Chicken with Missouri Honey Mustard Glaze
Tender chicken breasts cooked with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze inspired by Missouri’s regional flavors. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs olive oil, minced garlic cloves, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp local Missouri honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 3 tbsp Missouri honey, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Cook the glaze for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 5: Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the honey mustard glaze over them, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme over the chicken before serving for a fresh aromatic finish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Chicken with Missouri Honey Mustard Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Missouri Honey Mustard Glaze?
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 Missouri Honey Mustard Glaze?
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 Missouri Honey Mustard Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Missouri Honey Mustard Glaze?
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.