Description
Honey Mustard Oven-Baked Chicken is the perfect harmony of sweet and tangy flavors that transforms ordinary chicken into a show-stopping dish. Imagine juicy, tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich honey mustard glaze, baked to golden perfection. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, requiring minimal prep time and simple pantry ingredients. Serve it alongside your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a wholesome meal everyone will love. With its delicious flavor and easy preparation, this Honey Mustard Oven-Baked Chicken is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation!
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Honey
- Dijon mustard
- Garlic powder
- Olive oil
- Low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, soy sauce, and olive oil until well combined.
- Coat the chicken with half of the sauce mixture and reserve the rest.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), basting with reserved sauce halfway through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For deeper flavor, marinate chicken in the sauce for 2 hours or overnight. - Add sliced vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the baking dish for a one-pan meal.