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Easy Baked Honey Dijon Chicken Recipe

Easy Baked Honey Dijon Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Easy Baked Honey Dijon Chicken features juicy, tender chicken breasts coated in a flavorful, sweet-savory honey Dijon glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this one-pan recipe boasts a short ingredient list and requires minimal hands-on time. Enjoy restaurant-quality results with very little effort!


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Honey Dijon Glaze

  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking when the chicken is prepared.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a lightly greased baking dish.
  3. Make the Honey Dijon Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and dried thyme (if using). Mix well until combined and smooth.
  4. Coat the Chicken: Pour the honey Dijon glaze evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Use a spoon or brush to spread the glaze if needed.
  5. Bake: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165ยฐF (74ยฐC) and the chicken is cooked through. Baste once halfway through with the pan juices for extra flavor.
  6. Rest and Garnish: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Notes

  • Pound thick chicken breasts to even thickness for more uniform cooking.
  • Use chicken thighs if you prefer dark meat, but adjust the baking time as needed.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and are great for meal prep.
  • For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the glaze for up to 2 hours before baking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with glaze (about 180g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 470mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg