Description
Get ready to fall in love with dinner all over again—this Honey Mustard Chicken is juicy, golden, and glazed with a sticky-sweet sauce that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for weeknight meals or impressing dinner guests, this dish is as easy as it is crave-worthy. The blend of Dijon and whole grain mustard adds sharp depth, while honey brings balance with caramelized sweetness. This is your next go-to for quick dinners, healthy dinner ideas, or when you’re craving a delicious, easy recipe packed with comfort. Ideal for anyone needing food ideas for dinner, weeknight meal prep, or a healthy snack that’s anything but boring.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Place chicken breasts in a bag or dish, pour marinade over, and coat well. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Sear chicken in an oven-safe skillet for 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165°F.
5. Baste with sauce halfway through cooking for more glaze.
6. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Use a mix of Dijon and whole grain mustard for best flavor.
For meal prep, slice the chicken after baking and store with extra glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: easy recipe, chicken dinner, honey mustard, healthy dinner, weeknight meal