Description
This Honey Mustard Chicken recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the tanginess of mustard, creating a flavorful and juicy chicken entree. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauce:
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup whole grain mustard
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chicken: Place chicken breasts in the baking dish, pour the sauce over them, and bake for 30–35 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Spoon sauce over the chicken, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken in the sauce for 1–2 hours for extra flavor.
- Pair with roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
