1. Begin by preparing your chicken breasts. Pat them dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the chicken breasts.
3. Sear the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
5. Lower the heat and stir in the Dijon mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar, scraping the bottom of the pan to incorporate any browned bits.
6. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top to ensure it’s well coated.
7. Simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Remember, cooking is about trusting your instincts. Adjust the seasoning as you go, just like I learned from my abuela, who cooked more with her heart than with measurements.