Description
Effortless Baked Honey Dijon Chicken is a quick and delicious weeknight meal that brings together the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. This dish features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a luscious honey-Dijon glaze, making it an instant hit with family and friends. Whether you’re entertaining guests or need a fast dinner solution, this recipe will impress without the hassle. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup raw honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray or olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, soy sauce, and black pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and generously coat them with the glaze, ensuring full coverage.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until juices run clear. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken in the glaze for up to 30 minutes prior to baking. - Substitute honey with maple syrup for a different flavor profile. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.