Honey Mustard Chicken Green Beans (Printable)

Tender chicken with honey-mustard glaze and crisp green beans for a bright, flavorful dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 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 fresh 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 Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, lemon juice, and minced garlic until well combined.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
03 - 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, then remove from heat.
04 - Brush the tops of seared chicken breasts generously with honey mustard sauce, reserving 2 tablespoons for finishing.
05 - Arrange trimmed green beans around the chicken in the skillet. Drizzle green beans with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine.
06 - Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and green beans are tender yet crisp.
07 - 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 just 35 minutes total cooking time.
  • Balanced flavors from tangy mustard, sweet honey, and fresh lemon.
  • A healthy, gluten-free meal featuring lean protein and fresh vegetables.
  • Minimal clean-up thanks to one-skillet cooking.
02 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 75°C (165°F) for safe consumption without overcooking.
  • Reserve some honey mustard sauce for drizzling to enhance presentation and flavor.
  • Trim green beans evenly for uniform cooking.
  • Let the chicken rest after baking to lock in juices.
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