Description

This Honey Mustard Chicken is a simple yet flavorful dish that can be grilled or baked to perfection! Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, then cooked until juicy and delicious. It’s an easy and versatile recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual backyard barbecue.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 cup honey
Juice of 1 lemon (approximately 3 tablespoons)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 – 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Reserve ¼ cup of the marinade. Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag, pour in the remaining marinade, and massage to coat. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
Grill or Bake:
- Grilling: Preheat grill to 400°F (200°C). Grill chicken for 6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Remove from grill, tent with foil, and rest for 5 minutes.
- Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Serve: Drizzle chicken with reserved marinade and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Notes

You can use bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts if you prefer. Adjust cooking time accordingly.
If you don’t have Dijon mustard, you can substitute with yellow mustard or another type of mustard.
For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 400
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 100mg