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Honey Dijon Chicken

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A simple oven-baked chicken breast dressed in a glossy honey-Dijon glaze — sweet, tangy, and just a little savory, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 4 medium breasts, can substitute thighs for more richness
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard use whole-grain mustard for texture
  • 1/4 cup honey can use maple syrup or agave in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil neutral oil is fine
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika adds warmth
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice for brightness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, thyme, paprika, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  3. Arrange the chicken breasts in a large baking dish in a single layer.
  4. Pour the honey Dijon mixture over the chicken and ensure each piece is evenly coated.
  5. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
Cooking
  1. Bake covered for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and return the dish to the oven. Bake another 15–20 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
Serving
  1. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Slice and spoon any pan juices over the chicken before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 31gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgSugar: 10g

Notes

If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the honey to 3 tablespoons. For a lighter glaze, swap half the olive oil for plain Greek yogurt after cooking. Marinate for more flavor by letting the chicken sit in the honey-Dijon mixture for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
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