Honey Dijon Garlic Chicken

Prep time: 5 mins
Cook time: 20 mins
Total time: 25 mins
Serves: 4

A quick and easy 30 minute meal that is packed with amazing honey dijon garlic flavor! The chicken is so juicy and tender and the sauce is sweet and tangy... you are going to love it!

Ingredients
1½ pounds boneless, skinless, chicken thighs (You can also use chicken breasts)
2 Tablespoons olive oil
6 garlic cloves, divided (3 minced, 3 whole) *
¼ cup honey
3 Tablespoons stone ground dijon mustard
salt and pepper to taste
green onions or fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
In a medium sized skillet over medium heat add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add 3 whole garlic cloves. Salt and pepper the chicken thighs and cook each side until the temperature reads 165 degrees. Remove and set aside on a plate.
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 3 garlic cloves minced. Cook until tender and whisk in honey and mustard. Add the chicken back to the pan and heat for a couple of minutes more. Garnish with green onions or fresh parsley.

Notes:
* Sautéing the whole garlic cloves is completely optional, just adds a little more garlic flavor to the dish.

Author: Alyssa (therecipecritic.com)