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Honey Dijon Skillet Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Honey Dijon Skillet Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts or thighs seared to golden perfection and then simmered in a luscious honey Dijon mustard sauce. With the depth of dry sherry and a comforting blend of spices, this dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal. Finished with fresh herbs and suited for serving over salads, wraps, or grain bowls, it offers versatility and satisfying taste.

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (or both)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup dry sherry
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • fresh chopped herbs for topping (such as parsley, thyme, or chives)

Instructions

  1. Prep the oven and chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken breasts or thighs completely dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
  2. Season the chicken: In a small bowl, whisk together salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Sprinkle the seasoning liberally on both sides of each chicken piece for full flavor.
  3. Sear the chicken: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken pieces. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side or until both sides are deeply golden brown. Don’t hesitate to raise the heat slightly to achieve a rich sear and color.
  4. Deglaze the pan with sherry: Pour in the dry sherry to deglaze the skillet, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom. The sherry should bubble briskly; cook for 1 to 2 minutes to reduce slightly. Then reduce the heat to low and let most of the sherry cook off.
  5. Make the sauce and coat chicken: In a bowl, mix together the chicken stock, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, and honey until combined. Pour this sauce over the seared chicken in the skillet, turning the pieces a few times to coat them evenly.
  6. Bake the chicken: Cover the skillet and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 15 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is cooked through.
  7. Serve: Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Sprinkle the chicken with fresh chopped herbs before serving. This dish pairs beautifully with salads, wraps, rice, and steamed vegetables for a wholesome meal.

Notes

  • Dry chicken completely before searing to achieve a crispy, golden crust.
  • Using an oven-safe skillet like cast iron ensures even cooking from stovetop to oven.
  • Adjust honey quantity based on your preferred sweetness level.
  • If you don’t have dry sherry, a dry white wine or apple cider vinegar diluted with water can be substituted.
  • Ensure the chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for best food safety.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on stovetop or microwave.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop and Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/honey-dijon-skillet-chicken-recipe/