Description
Sticky, golden, and bold in flavor, this Honey Mustard Chicken delivers juicy tenderness with a rich glaze that hits the perfect sweet-savory balance. It’s an easy recipe that transforms pantry staples into a crave-worthy dish in under 30 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners, family meals, or even meal prep. Whether you’re browsing for easy dinner ideas, quick chicken recipes, or flavorful food ideas that impress with minimal fuss—this one fits the bill.
Ingredients
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
2. Sear in olive oil until golden brown on both sides.
3. Mix honey, Dijon, whole grain mustard, garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl.
4. Transfer chicken to a baking dish and coat with glaze.
5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes.
6. Broil for 2–3 minutes for a caramelized finish (optional).
Notes
Don’t skip the searing step—it locks in flavor and keeps the chicken moist.
Always use fresh lemon juice—it brightens the entire dish.
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: easy dinner, honey mustard chicken, quick chicken recipe, weeknight meal, healthy chicken, comfort food