Honey Mustard Chicken Green Beans (Printable)

Juicy chicken glazed in honey-mustard sauce served with crisp green beans for a bright, simple dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 5.3 oz each
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Honey Mustard Sauce

05 - 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
06 - 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
07 - 3 tablespoons honey
08 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Vegetables

10 - 12.3 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
14 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest, optional

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, lemon juice, and minced garlic until well combined.
03 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2 minutes per side until lightly golden.
05 - Remove skillet from heat. Brush the tops of chicken with honey mustard sauce, reserving 2 tablespoons for serving.
06 - Arrange trimmed green beans around chicken in the skillet. Drizzle green beans with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently.
07 - Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and green beans are tender yet crisp.
08 - Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 3 minutes. Drizzle with reserved sauce and garnish with lemon zest if desired before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy preparation with a total time of just 35 minutes.
  • Bright and tangy honey-mustard sauce enhances juicy chicken breasts.
  • Healthy, gluten-free dish featuring fresh green beans cooked to crisp-tender perfection.
  • Perfect for a fresh, flavorful spring or summer dinner.
02 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F) for safe and juicy results.
  • Reserve some sauce before baking to add an extra drizzle of freshness when serving.
  • Toss green beans with lemon zest for a bright, citrus aroma just before serving.
  • For easy cleanup, line the skillet with parchment paper if preferred.
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