Description
Honey dijon chicken brings zesty flavors from classic French and American cuisine to your dinner table. Crispy exterior and juicy meat promise a satisfying meal you will savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
Sweeteners and Sauces:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) Dijon mustard
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375F (190C), preparing a baking dish for the chicken.
- Create a vibrant glaze by thoroughly blending honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and olive oil in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Generously season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
- Lavishly brush the prepared honey mustard mixture over the seasoned chicken, coating each piece completely to maximize flavor absorption.
- Transfer the glazed chicken to the baking dish, arranging pieces to allow even heat circulation.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, checking internal temperature reaches 165F to confirm thorough cooking.
- Once cooked, remove chicken from oven and allow to rest for 3-5 minutes, which helps retain moisture and allows juices to redistribute.
- Plate and serve the golden, glossy chicken, drizzling any remaining pan juices over the top for extra flavor.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for deeper flavor by letting it sit in the honey Dijon mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for perfect doneness without drying out.
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier, more forgiving protein option that absorbs marinades beautifully.
- Gluten-free diets can replace Dijon mustard with whole grain mustard or stone-ground mustard for similar tangy flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg