Description
Easy Baked Honey Dijon Chicken features juicy, tender chicken coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze. Made with pantry staples, this flavorful dish is perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining, with minimal prep and maximum taste.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and pour sauce over it, turning to coat evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes (for breasts) or 35–40 minutes (for thighs), until internal temperature reaches 165°F and sauce is bubbly.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Spoon sauce over top and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add lemon juice or apple cider vinegar for extra tang.
- Mix in whole grain mustard for added texture.
- Bake vegetables like green beans or carrots in the same dish for a one-pan meal.
- Use less Dijon and more honey for a kid-friendly version.
- Marinate chicken ahead for deeper flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
