Description
Honey Mustard Chicken is a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors, making it an instant favorite at family dinners or gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken glazed with a luscious honey mustard sauce, ensuring every bite is a burst of flavor. The enticing aroma fills your kitchen, promising a meal that will impress your family and friends without hours of preparation. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete and satisfying dinner experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and coat them with half of the honey mustard mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Drizzle remaining sauce over chicken five minutes before removing from the oven to create a sticky glaze.
- Allow to rest for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg