Oven Baked Honey Mustard Chicken (Print Version)
Golden chicken with honey mustard glaze ready in 45 minutes
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Poultry
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
→ Sauce
02 - 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
03 - 1/4 cup whole grain mustard
04 - 1/3 cup honey
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish (optional)
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grease a baking dish large enough to fit the chicken breasts in a single layer.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Pour the honey mustard sauce over the chicken, turning each breast to coat thoroughly.
04 - Bake, uncovered, for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F) and the sauce is bubbling and slightly caramelized.
05 - For extra color, broil on high for 2–3 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning.
06 - Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes. Spoon sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The sauce creates this sticky golden coating that makes even basic chicken feel restaurant special
- Everything comes together in one bowl and one pan with zero fancy techniques required
02 -
- The broiler step is optional but makes such a difference in presentation
- Honey burns faster than sugar so keep a close eye during those last few minutes
03 -
- Pat the chicken really dry before adding the sauce for better adhesion
- Let the baked chicken rest before serving so the juices redistribute