Description
Baked Honey Mustard Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that transforms ordinary chicken into a delightful meal. The combination of sweet honey and tangy Dijon mustard creates a luscious glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it a hit for family dinners or casual gatherings. Pair it with your favorite sides for a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour half of the glaze over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Optionally broil for an additional 2 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
- Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with remaining sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg