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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 is a crowd-pleasing main dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. Ready in under 40 minutes, this fuss-free recipe uses pantry staples to create a flavorful glaze that caramelizes perfectly in the oven. Ideal for weeknights or simple entertaining, it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, salads, or rice.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

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

For the Honey Dijon Sauce

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

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken breasts in a single layer.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and thyme until well combined. The resulting sauce should be smooth and fragrant.
  3. Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  4. Coat with Sauce: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Pour the honey Dijon sauce evenly over each piece, spreading it with a spoon or brush to coat each breast thoroughly.
  5. Bake: Transfer the dish to the oven and bake, uncovered, for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C) and the sauce is bubbling and slightly caramelized.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if using, then serve with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for up to 2 hours before baking.
  • Substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if preferred—just adjust baking time as needed.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and are delicious sliced over salads or sandwiches.
  • Use whole grain mustard for added texture and flavor, if you like.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 265
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 82mg

Find it online: https://newsvks.com/easy-baked-honey-dijon-chicken-recipe/