Description
Honey Dijon Chicken brings zesty comfort straight to your dinner table with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Weeknight meals never tasted so good when this simple sheet pan wonder comes together in just minutes, making your kitchen smell absolutely delicious.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauce Ingredients:
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Seasonings:
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Grab your 4 chicken breasts and pat them completely dry with paper towels to help the glaze stick perfectly.
- Whisk ¼ cup Dijon mustard, ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl until smooth and combined.
- Coat each chicken breast generously with the honey Dijon mixture, ensuring every inch is covered with the glaze.
- Place the glazed chicken breasts in a lightly greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading them in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Slide the baking dish into a preheated 375°F oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, making sure your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F at the thickest part.
- Remove the dish and brush another layer of glaze over the chicken halfway through cooking to intensify the flavor.
- For a caramelized finish, switch your oven to broil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven to help retain its juices.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the chicken just before serving for a bright, fresh touch.
Notes
- Swap out regular mustard for whole-grain Dijon for extra texture and rustic flavor in the glaze.
- Check chicken temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure perfectly cooked, juicy meat without drying out.
- Make this dish low-carb by replacing honey with a sugar-free maple syrup or using monk fruit sweetener.
- For meal prep, this chicken stores beautifully in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheats well in the microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 255 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg