Description
Honey mustard chicken brings together zesty mustard and golden honey in a mouthwatering dance of flavors that elevates weeknight dinners. Succulent chicken breasts glazed with a perfect balance of tangy and sweet will make you crave this simple yet irresistible meal again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 inch thick / 113.4 grams each)
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Sauces and Liquids:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) honey
- 5 tablespoons (75 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 4 tablespoons (56.7 grams) salted butter, sliced into individual one-tablespoon pieces
- Parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Calibrate oven temperature to 375°F and coat a rectangular baking vessel with nonstick spray for optimal cooking preparation.
- Transform chicken breasts into uniform thickness using a meat mallet, ensuring even cooking potential. Season generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high flame. Sear chicken breasts until exterior develops a rich golden-brown crust, approximately 2 minutes per surface. Transfer browned protein to a temporary holding plate.
- Craft honey mustard sauce by whisking together olive oil, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, honey, and garlic powder until smooth and well-integrated.
- Distribute half the prepared sauce across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a flavor foundation. Strategically position seared chicken breasts atop the sauce layer.
- Cascade remaining honey mustard sauce over chicken, ensuring complete coverage and moisture retention.
- Crown each chicken breast with a precise slice of salted butter, which will melt and infuse additional richness during roasting.
- Roast in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, monitoring internal temperature until chicken reaches a safe 165°F.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant garnish and aromatic finish before serving.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken evenly to ensure consistent cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check internal temperature for perfectly cooked chicken without guesswork.
- Customize the honey mustard sauce by adjusting mustard and honey ratios to create a personalized flavor profile that suits your taste preferences.
- For a low-carb or keto-friendly version, replace honey with a sugar-free sweetener like stevia or monk fruit to maintain the dish’s signature sweet and tangy flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 414 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 657 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg