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Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich

Juicy honey mustard chicken sandwich on toasted brioche with lettuce and tomato
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This recipe delivers incredible flavor without a long marinade. A sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce is brushed onto chicken in the pan, creating a sticky, caramelized glaze. It's a fast, family-friendly weeknight meal that feels special.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 4 brioche buns or sandwich rolls
  • Butter or mayonnaise for toasting
  • 4 leaves green lettuce
  • 1 large tomato, sliced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 4 slices Swiss, provolone, or cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and slice each in half horizontally to create thin cutlets. Season both sides with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic to make the sauce. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cutlets and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour about two-thirds of the honey mustard sauce over the cooked chicken. Use a spoon or brush to coat each piece. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes sticky. Remove from heat.
  5. While chicken glazes, spread butter or mayonnaise on the cut sides of the buns. Toast in a separate dry skillet or under a broiler until golden.
  6. Assemble sandwiches: Place lettuce on the bottom bun, add tomato and red onion if using. Top with a glazed chicken cutlet. Add a cheese slice if desired. Spoon extra reserved sauce over chicken and cover with top bun.

Notes

Do not add the sauce at the beginning of cooking, as the honey can burn. Always toast the buns to prevent a soggy sandwich. For a quicker version, use shredded rotisserie chicken warmed in the sauce.

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