Description
This Baked Honey Dijon Chicken recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines the tangy taste of Dijon mustard with the sweetness of honey, creating a delicious glaze for tender chicken breasts. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Baked Honey Dijon Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the baking dish.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken: Pour the sauce over the chicken, coating both sides.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve: Spoon pan sauce over the chicken before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a green salad.
- You can use chicken thighs, adjusting the bake time slightly.
- To thicken the sauce, simmer leftover pan juices on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
