Description
🍯 Easy Baked Honey Dijon Chicken – Quick & Delicious
This tender baked chicken is coated in a sweet and tangy honey Dijon glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Simple ingredients, bold flavor, and minimal prep make it a go-to recipe!
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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⅓ cup Dijon mustard
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¼ cup honey
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp dried thyme (or rosemary)
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Optional garnish: fresh parsley
Instructions
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Preheat oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
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Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, and thyme.
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Season chicken: Place chicken in the baking dish and season with salt and pepper. Pour the honey Dijon sauce evenly over the top.
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Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temp of 165°F (74°C). Baste once halfway through baking.
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Serve: Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and spoon extra sauce over top.
Notes
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For extra flavor, marinate chicken in the sauce for 1–2 hours before baking.
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Delicious served with roasted veggies, rice, or a crisp green salad.
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Leftovers reheat well—great for meal prep!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 34g