Description
This Baked Honey Dijon Chicken recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts coated in a flavorful honey Dijon mustard sauce. Easy to prepare and gluten-free, this dish combines sweet and tangy notes with savory herbs, baked to juicy perfection. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep, garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauce
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Coat Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour the honey Dijon sauce over the chicken breasts, turning each piece to coat uniformly with the sauce.
- Bake Chicken: Bake the chicken uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the chicken once or twice with the pan juices during baking to enhance flavor and moisture.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- For extra tenderness and deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey Dijon sauce for up to 2 hours before baking.
- This recipe works well with chicken thighs as an alternative to chicken breasts.
- Ensure to baste the chicken during baking to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for the safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
