Chicken Fillet with Apples in Honey-Mustard Sauce

Welcome to a recipe that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and tangy notes! This Chicken Fillet with Apples in Honey-Mustard Sauce is a fantastic dish that proves simple ingredients can create an elegant and deeply flavorful meal. The combination of tender, juicy chicken, sweet-tart apples, and a zesty honey-mustard sauce is a classic for a reason. It's quick enough for a busy weeknight but impressive enough for a special dinner. Get ready to elevate your chicken game with this easy-to-follow recipe that will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.

Cooking: 30 minutes
Quantity: 2 Servings
Per serving
Calories: 190.5 kcal
Proteins: 40.4 g
Fats: 19.3 g
Carbohydrates: 29.2 g

Ingredients for Chicken Fillet with Apples in Honey-Mustard Sauce

  • 2 chicken breast fillets (about 170 g / 6 oz each)
  • 2 small sweet-tart apples
  • 1 onion
  • 2 teaspoons table mustard (a smooth, all-purpose mustard like Dijon)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt, black pepper, parsley

How to Cook Chicken Fillet with Apples in Honey-Mustard Sauce

Cut two large chicken breast fillets. One piece weighing 150-180g (5-6 oz) is sufficient for one adult serving.

Two raw chicken breast fillets on a wooden cutting board.

Cut two large chicken breast fillets.

Peeled apples being sliced into wedges on a cutting board.

Slice the peeled apples.

Raw chicken breast with a criss-cross pattern scored into its surface.

Make criss-cross cuts on both sides of the chicken fillet.

Peel the onion and slice it thinly. Core the apples and cut them into slices about a centimeter thick.

Using a sharp knife, make criss-cross cuts on both sides of the chicken fillets. Drizzle the prepared fillets with one tablespoon of olive oil.

A small bowl with honey, mustard, and spices being mixed for the sauce.

Mix the sauce ingredients well.

In a bowl, pour 3-4 tablespoons of water or 45 ml (about 3 tbsp) of dry white wine. Add salt and ground black pepper to taste. Add the honey and table mustard. Mix the ingredients well. If the honey is thick and lumpy, use warm water to help it dissolve quickly. If you’re using wine, you can warm the sauce in a double boiler or gently heat it in a saucepan.

Chicken breasts searing in a hot skillet to get a golden-brown crust.

Fry over high heat for 2 minutes on each side.

Golden-brown seared chicken fillets being removed from a skillet.

Remove the seared fillet from the pan.

Sliced onions and apples being added to the skillet.

Add the sliced onion and apples.


Heat a skillet well. Place the prepared chicken fillets on the hot skillet. Sear on high heat for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Don’t lift or flip the meat during this time; just let it cook for two minutes undisturbed.

Remove the seared fillets from the skillet and set them aside on a plate for a moment. Don’t wash the skillet; you’ll use it to make the sauce.

Pour the remaining tablespoon of olive oil into the skillet. Add the sliced onion and apples.

Apple slices and onions caramelizing in a skillet.

Flip the apple slices once they are golden brown.

Sauté over low heat. Flip the apple slices once they turn golden brown.

Seared chicken breasts being placed back into the skillet with cooked apples and onions.

Return the seared chicken fillet to the pan.

Honey-mustard sauce being poured over chicken and apples in a skillet.

Pour in the honey-mustard sauce.

Chicken and apples simmering in the honey-mustard sauce in a skillet.

Cook over low heat for about 8-10 minutes.


Return the seared chicken fillets to the skillet.

Pour in the honey-mustard sauce. In this recipe, the salt is only in the sauce, so scoop some sauce from the skillet and pour it over the chicken.

Cook over low heat for about 8-10 minutes, until the sauce has reduced and thickened. Then you can turn off the heat.

The finished chicken and apple dish in a skillet, garnished with fresh parsley.

Sprinkle the finished dish with finely chopped parsley and pepper to taste.

Sprinkle the finished dish with finely chopped parsley and pepper to taste. Serve hot. It’s delicious with fluffy rice. The rice soaks up the thick sauce, making it absolutely mouthwatering.

And there you have it—a beautiful and delicious meal ready to be enjoyed! This chicken with apples is incredibly versatile. While it pairs wonderfully with fluffy rice, feel free to serve it with creamy mashed potatoes, quinoa, or even a simple green salad to complement the rich sauce. For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream to the sauce in the last few minutes of cooking. We hope this recipe brings warmth and flavor to your table and becomes a new favorite in your home. Enjoy every bite!