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    Home » Chicken & Poultry

    Easy Honey Mustard Chicken

    Published: Jun 10, 2021 / Updated: Mar 19, 2023 / 30 Comments

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    This honey mustard chicken recipe has tender pan-fried chicken nestled in an irresistible sweet and savory mustard sauce. It's ready in about 30 minutes!

    Head on over to my Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken recipe if you're looking for something a little more luxurious with similar flavors or this simple Easy Baked Honey Mustard Chicken for an oven recipe.

    easy honey mustard chicken in a cast iron skillet

    Why you'll enjoy it

    You don't need any fancy ingredients to make the ridiculously tasty homemade honey mustard sauce in this recipe. It's a family-friendly skillet chicken dinner, which means even the fussiest eaters in your home will devour it. I know I can't resist that sauce.

    This honey mustard chicken uses two different kinds of mustard for depth of flavor, honey, and butter to create a simple yet completely delicious sauce. Like, really simple. You'll wonder why you hadn't been making it yourself in your kitchen from scratch all along. It's a hassle-free stovetop recipe that's ideal for busy weeknights.

    Ingredients for it

    • Chicken breasts - we're using two sliced in half lengthwise to make four smaller cutlets
    • Flour, garlic powder, salt & pepper - for seasoning and dredging the chicken
    • Olive oil and butter - for frying the chicken and creating the rich base of the sauce
    • Broth - we're using chicken broth
    • Mustard - I picked a combination of Dijon and grainy to give tons of flavor and texture!
    • Honey - for that wonderful sweet contrast
    • Parsley - optional, but it gives a pop of freshness

    How to make honey mustard chicken

    This is an overview, and full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

    • Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, then season them with salt & pepper, garlic powder, and coat them in flour.
    • Pan sear them in the butter and olive oil until they're just about cooked through, then take them out of the skillet and transfer to a plate.
    • In the same skillet, make a quick roux. Whisk in the broth, then stir in the two kinds of mustard and the honey until mixed. Finish cooking the chicken in the sauce and let it thicken a bit. Top with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
    chicken before and after pan searing in a skillet

    Tools for this recipe

    • I like using my enameled cast iron pans to get a good sear, but any frying pan will work. My 10.25" Le Creuset is pictured.
    • The easiest way to tell if chicken is done is to use an instant read thermometer. It takes just a few seconds and definitely gives you confidence. No more overcooked meat!

    Substitutions and variations

    • You can switch up the mustard, but keep in mind that you may need to do a bit of tweaking if it ends up too sweet or not sweet enough. The sauce is fairly sweet as written. You can definitely taste and adjust as needed to ensure the sauce is a good balance of sweet and savory for your individual tastebuds!
    • Chicken thighs would work great with this dish. Simply do the searing step for longer, or try my similar Crispy Honey Dijon Chicken recipe instead.
    • Craving seafood instead? Try my Honey Mustard Salmon recipe that has similar flavors.
    honey mustard chicken in a shallow bowl with mashed potatoes and sweet corn

    What to serve with it

    • Rice, potatoes, or pasta will all work great with this chicken. Try these cream cheese mashed potatoes or roasted red potatoes.
    • For vegetable side dishes, try my Easy Roasted Green Beans. I also like to serve it with sweet corn. I used canned corn in the photos, but you could also try it with my Grilled Corn on the Cob!
    • This Beet and Spinach Salad is a fun pairing since it also has honey.

    Leftovers and storage

    • Leftovers of this chicken recipe will keep for 3-4 days in the fridge in an airtight container.
    • Reheat in a small saucepan over a low heat, stirring occasionally.
    • This will hold up in the freezer just fine for up to 3 months in a covered container.

    More easy chicken dinners

    • Easy Chicken and Gravy
    • Pesto Chicken
    • Honey Baked Drumsticks
    • Creamy Tomato Chicken
    close-up of honey mustard chicken

    Questions about this recipe? Let me know in the comments below! As always, if you've made one of my recipes, tag me #saltandlavender on Instagram.

    easy honey mustard chicken in a cast iron skillet

    Easy Honey Mustard Chicken

    This honey mustard chicken recipe has tender pan-fried chicken nestled in an irresistible sweet and savory mustard sauce. It's ready in about 30 minutes!
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 296 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise
    • Salt & pepper to taste
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • Flour for dredging + 1 tablespoon flour
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons butter divided
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 2 tablespoons grainy mustard
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    • 2 tablespoons honey
    • Fresh chopped parsley optional, to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you've got 4 thinner cutlets. Sprinkle them with salt & pepper, the garlic powder, and then coat each piece in flour and shake off any excess.
    • Add the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Let the pan get hot for a few minutes before adding the chicken.
    • Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes/side until golden and almost cooked through, then transfer it to a plate.
    • Add the remaining butter to the pan and let it melt, then sprinkle the flour in. Let it cook for about 30 seconds to 1 minute (stir it a couple times).
    • Whisk the chicken broth in until the flour dissolves, then add in the mustards and honey and continue whisking until smooth.
    • Add the chicken back to the pan (and any juices from the plate), and let it cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the chicken has cooked through (165F) and the sauce has thickened up a bit. You may need to turn the heat down if it's boiling hard (you want it to bubble fairly gently). Season with extra salt & pepper if needed and serve immediately with fresh parsley sprinkled over top if desired.
      The sauce is quite sweet (as you'd expect from honey mustard). If you would prefer it to be a bit less sweet, reduce the honey to 1.5 tbsp. Keep in mind it balances the sharpness of the Dijon, so you don't want to reduce it too much without adjusting other ingredients.

    Notes

    • You can change up the mustards if you wish. You may need to do a little taste testing and tweaking to get the sweetness ratio right, however.
    • You may use chicken thighs if you prefer. I would do the initial searing step for longer, and be sure to test they're fully cooked to at least 165F (I find chicken thighs to be more tender at a higher internal temp).
    • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 296kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 25gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 498mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 305IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword honey mustard chicken, honey mustard chicken breast, honey mustard chicken sauce
    Author Natasha Bull
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    1. Debbie J Bayer says

      May 18, 2023 at 6:28 PM

      5 stars
      Recipe was a major major hit. My family totally loved it.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 18, 2023 at 7:28 PM

        Woo hoo!! That's great to hear, Debbie!

        Reply
    2. Mary says

      May 16, 2023 at 6:22 PM

      5 stars
      I tried this tonight for a quick dinner. The recipe was easy and so delicious! My husband and I said this is a keeper!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 16, 2023 at 6:32 PM

        I'm thrilled to hear that, Mary! Thanks for your review.

        Reply
    3. Kristine F says

      April 4, 2023 at 6:41 AM

      What is grainy mustard? Give examples

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 4, 2023 at 8:29 AM

        It'll be labeled on the jar as "grainy" or "whole grain". Various brands make it. I love Maille. Hope you love the recipe!

        Reply
    4. Barbie says

      March 11, 2023 at 8:43 PM

      5 stars
      Natasha, Such a delicious dish! The combo of Dijon and grainy mustards with the honey is irresistible. This recipe will definitely be on my rotation. I could see this working with pork chops too. Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 12, 2023 at 12:13 PM

        Thank you so much, Barbie!! 🙂 I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Totally agree re: pork chops!

        Reply
    5. Amanda says

      February 16, 2023 at 2:06 PM

      This is so good! My husband requests this a lot ( I praise) he rarely reminds me to make a dish again.. he’s knows the name of the is one.😃

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 16, 2023 at 6:46 PM

        Haha I love that!!

        Reply
    6. Edna says

      October 31, 2022 at 5:05 AM

      Very easy and very yummy I put on side is snow peas and carrots stir fry and mushrooms so delicious

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 31, 2022 at 9:21 AM

        Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    7. Katrina says

      October 5, 2022 at 5:16 PM

      5 stars
      So so so good. Definitely will be adding into the rotation. I didn't have any grainy mustard but used an apple mustard that I had picked up at my local orchard.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 5, 2022 at 5:43 PM

        I'm so happy you enjoyed it!! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Emily says

      September 26, 2022 at 7:36 PM

      5 stars
      This is delicious. The only alteration I made was that I used chicken thighs. It's absolutely fantastic. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 26, 2022 at 8:33 PM

        You're very welcome!

        Reply
    9. beth says

      July 30, 2022 at 4:21 PM

      any recommendations for cooking this from frozen? thanks.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 30, 2022 at 5:02 PM

        Hi! I would definitely thaw the chicken first if that's what you mean.

        Reply
    10. Emma says

      January 10, 2022 at 4:18 PM

      5 stars
      Such an easy and delicious recipe! Will definitely be added into our dinner rotation. Thank you!! 😊

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 10, 2022 at 5:14 PM

        Fabulous!! You're welcome, Emma! 😀

        Reply
    11. Julie Lurker says

      November 16, 2021 at 4:56 PM

      5 stars
      What a welcome change for our taste buds! After being married for over 20 years (and living in the south), it can be quite a struggle to make a meal that my family will actually appreciate.
      *This is also my first blog comment ever!
      Thanks again! 🙂
      Julie

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 16, 2021 at 5:05 PM

        You're very welcome, Julie!! so pleased you enjoyed it, and I appreciate you taking the time to write a review! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Kimberly Bergkamp says

      November 1, 2021 at 8:20 PM

      5 stars
      Easy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 1, 2021 at 9:23 PM

        Wonderful! Thanks, Kimberly! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Sandeep Cavill says

      October 26, 2021 at 12:02 PM

      5 stars
      Quick and delicious! This was creamy and tasty, with some sweetness - yum!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 26, 2021 at 12:44 PM

        Excellent!! Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Macy says

      August 11, 2021 at 7:48 PM

      5 stars
      This was delicious and simple. Thanks for all the amazing recipes!

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        August 11, 2021 at 10:13 PM

        You're very welcome! Very happy you enjoyed it, Macy.

        Reply
    15. Dot says

      July 8, 2021 at 12:43 PM

      5 stars
      The mustard honey sauce was delicious, we had it over mashed potatoes.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 8, 2021 at 12:49 PM

        Fantastic!! I'm so happy you enjoyed it, Dot! Thanks for taking the time to write me a comment. 🙂

        Reply

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