Description
Juicy chicken breasts baked in a sweet and tangy homemade honey mustard glaze. This easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with simple ingredients and minimal effort.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, olive oil, garlic, and salt until smooth.
3. Pound chicken breasts to even thickness and coat thoroughly with the sauce.
4. Place chicken in a baking dish, making sure they’re not overlapping.
5. Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
6. Remove foil for the last few minutes to allow sauce to thicken and caramelize.
7. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve warm with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
Add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
Substitute thighs for a richer flavor (increase cook time by 10 minutes).
Make the sauce ahead and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Pair with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad.