Description
This Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Breast recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful blend of Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and thyme. Quickly grilled to perfection, it’s an easy and delicious meal perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or weekend cookout.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Marinade and Sauce
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours to enhance flavor.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken, ensuring it is properly heated to create grill marks and cook evenly.
- Grill the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, shaking off excess, then discard leftover marinade. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through, achieving an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) with appealing grill marks.
- Rest the chicken: Transfer the grilled chicken to a serving platter and let it rest a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender results.
- Garnish (optional): Sprinkle fresh parsley or chives over the chicken for added color and freshness.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the honey mustard grilled chicken hot alongside your favorite sides such as grilled vegetables, rice, or salads for a complete meal.
- Enjoy your meal: Savor the deliciously tangy and sweet flavor of the honey mustard grilled chicken breast!
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes; longer marinating up to 4 hours intensifies flavor.
- Ensure grill is preheated to medium-high to avoid sticking and to get grill marks.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) to ensure chicken is safely cooked.
- Resting chicken after grilling helps retain juices and improves texture.
- Optional garnishes like fresh parsley or chives add freshness and visual appeal.
- Can be served with a variety of side dishes including grilled vegetables, rice, or salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
