Description
Baked Honey Mustard Chicken is a deliciously easy dish that combines sweet honey and tangy mustard to create a sticky glaze enveloping succulent chicken breasts. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this recipe guarantees a delightful meal that will impress your family and friends. The enticing aroma while baking will have everyone eagerly waiting at the dinner table. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete, satisfying meal.
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
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Baste the chicken halfway through cooking for extra flavor.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serve with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg