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cheesy honey mustard chicken served with sauce
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Honey Mustard Chicken with Cheese

Tender chicken simmered in a rich honey mustard sauce and finished with melted cheese for an easy, flavorful skillet dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Calories:
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard (optional)
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack)
  • Fresh parsley or green onion for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Before You Begin
  2. Preheat and prepare your cookware as needed. Cooking times and results may vary depending on your equipment and ingredients.
  3. Pat chicken dry and season evenly with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. Sear chicken 3–5 minutes per side until lightly golden.
  6. In a bowl, whisk Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, garlic, and water until smooth.
  7. Reduce heat to medium-low and pour sauce into skillet around chicken.
  8. Cover and simmer gently 8–12 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and sauce thickens slightly.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over chicken.
  10. Cover again and cook 1–2 minutes until cheese melts.
  11. Remove from heat and let rest 3 minutes before serving.
  12. Garnish if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Cook chicken until it reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe doneness.
  • Keep heat moderate after adding sauce to prevent burning or separation.
  • Freshly shredded cheese melts smoother than pre-shredded.
  • Sauce thickens slightly as it rests.
  • Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and store airtight up to 4 days.
  • Reheat gently until hot throughout, adding a splash of liquid if needed.