Description
This Baked Honey Mustard Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, it’s an easy and flavorful meal that comes together in just 40 minutes, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Honey Mustard Glaze
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined to create a flavorful honey mustard glaze.
- Coat Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and evenly coat each piece with the prepared honey mustard glaze, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Bake Chicken: Bake the coated chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
- Broil (Optional): For a golden and slightly caramelized finish, broil the chicken for 1 to 2 minutes before serving, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the baked honey mustard chicken hot alongside your favorite side dishes for a delicious meal.
Notes
- You can use bone-in chicken breasts but increase the baking time accordingly.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey mustard glaze for 30 minutes before baking.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
