Honey Mustard Chicken with Cheese
Honey Mustard Chicken with Cheese is a quick, one-skillet dinner recipe made with juicy chicken, a tangy-sweet homemade honey mustard sauce, and a blanket of melted cheese. It's a 30-minute meal perfect for busy weeknights, offering bold flavor with minimal cleanup.Serve it with veggies, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete comfort food dinner your family will love.
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 for texture
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup shredded cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or green onions optional, for garnish
Instructions
Season the Chicken
- Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Sear the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. It doesn't need to be cooked through yet.
Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard (if using), honey, garlic, and water until smooth.
Add Sauce and Simmer
- Pour the sauce over the chicken. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer for 8–10 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Add Cheese
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over each piece of chicken. Cover again and cook for 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted.
Serve
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley or green onions if desired, and serve immediately.