Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Mustard Chicken, a dish that perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess. With its golden glaze and succulent chicken, this recipe is sure to impress your family or guests without requiring hours in the kitchen. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions, this effortless meal is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey and Dijon mustard until smooth. Stir in garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, then coat with half of the honey mustard mixture.
- Arrange chicken in the prepared baking dish and pour the remaining sauce over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg