Honey Mustard Chicken Dinner
A delicious and easy-to-prepare Honey Mustard Chicken Dinner, featuring tender chicken baked in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze. Perfect for a weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking dish or baking sheet
- Whisk
- Medium bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5-2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard optional
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- Fresh parsley or chives optional, for garnish
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish or sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard (if using), minced garlic, and olive oil.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish, pour about ¾ of the honey mustard sauce over it, and reserve the remaining sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the oven, brush with the reserved sauce, and bake for another 5-10 minutes until cooked through and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired.
Notes
Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety. The resting period helps keep the chicken juicy.