Easy Baked Honey Dijon Chicken
A simple and flavorful baked chicken dish featuring a sweet and tangy honey Dijon glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts in a greased baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the honey Dijon mixture over the chicken, coating it evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is cooked through.
- Optionally, broil for 2–3 minutes for a more caramelized finish.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can marinate the chicken in the sauce for extra flavor.
- Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: honey dijon chicken, baked chicken, easy dinner, gluten free
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