Description
Succulent honey dijon chicken delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors that dance across palates. Home cooks can quickly elevate weeknight dinners with this simple yet elegant dish that promises satisfaction in every delicious bite.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Honey Dijon Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a baking dish by lightly coating it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Massage chicken breasts with olive oil, ensuring each piece is evenly coated and glistening.
- Blend honey, dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, and soy sauce in a mixing bowl to create a vibrant, glossy marinade.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper directly onto the chicken, gently pressing the seasonings into the meat.
- Pour the honey dijon sauce over the seasoned chicken, thoroughly coating each breast and allowing the flavors to meld.
- Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish, arranging the pieces to ensure even cooking and maximum sauce coverage.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and develops a golden-brown glaze.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, allowing the juices to redistribute and the sauce to slightly thicken.
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining sauce from the baking dish over the chicken for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken breasts with a meat mallet before marinating to ensure even thickness and more uniform cooking.
- Swap white wine vinegar with apple cider vinegar for a slightly sweeter, more complex flavor profile if desired.
- Create a gluten-free version by using tamari sauce instead of traditional soy sauce, maintaining the rich umami essence.
- Allow chicken to marinate for 30 minutes before baking to intensify the honey dijon flavor and enhance overall moistness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg