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Pan Seared Chicken with zesty Lemon Mustard Sauce

20-Minute Pan Seared Chicken with Zesty Lemon Mustard Sauce

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A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender pan-seared chicken breasts topped with a tangy lemon mustard sauce.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
  6. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
  • Adjust honey to taste for sweetness.
  • Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter option.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan Seared
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg