Description
There’s something so comforting about a dish that blends gooey melted cheese with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce — and that’s exactly what my Cheesy Honey Mustard Chicken delivers every single time. Whether you’re a busy parent, a home cook looking to impress, or just craving something delicious without a fuss, this recipe is a keeper.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (adds a smoky depth)
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard (optional for texture and flavor)
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons water (to thin the sauce slightly)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or green onions (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Pat your chicken dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked.
- Whisk together Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, minced garlic, and water in a bowl.
- Pour the honey mustard sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low, simmer for 8–10 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over each chicken piece. Cover and let cheese melt for 2–3 minutes. For a golden bubbly top, broil for 1–2 minutes (watch closely!).
- Sprinkle with parsley or green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
Don’t overcook the chicken; use a meat thermometer for perfect juiciness. Freshly shredded cheese melts best. Let chicken rest 5 minutes after cooking for tenderness. Broiling adds a delicious golden crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg