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Easy 20-Minute Honey Mustard Chicken Skillet

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A quick and flavorful honey mustard chicken skillet recipe ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thin-cut or sliced horizontally)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) chicken broth (low sodium, gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, optional)
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper. Slice thick breasts horizontally to about 1/2 inch thickness if needed. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
  2. Heat a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Warm until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Add chicken breasts in a single layer without crowding. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken and tent with foil to keep warm. (Cooking time: about 9 minutes)
  4. Lower heat to medium and add minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, chicken broth, and apple cider vinegar.
  6. Pour the honey mustard mixture into the skillet with garlic. Stir and simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Stir in butter and thyme to finish the sauce. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over each piece to coat well. (Sauce time: 5 minutes)
  8. Once heated through and sauce is glossy, remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper browning. Pat chicken dry before seasoning to avoid steaming. Add broth gradually to control sauce thickness. Let chicken rest briefly under foil before saucing. For dairy-free, omit butter or substitute with dairy-free margarine or olive oil. If sauce thickens too much, add more broth; if too thin, simmer longer but watch carefully to avoid burning garlic.

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