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Easy Baked Honey Dijon Chicken Recipe

Easy Baked Honey Dijon Chicken Recipe
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Juicy honey dijon chicken delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors from French-inspired cuisine. Home cooks can enjoy this simple weeknight dinner with minimal preparation and maximum satisfaction.

Ingredients

Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Marinade:

  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Garnish:

  • Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Warm the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
  2. Prepare Marinade: Whisk honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together.
  3. Coat Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and coat with the marinade.
  4. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is golden and reaches 165F (74C) internally.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken for extra flavor by letting it sit in the honey Dijon mixture for 30 minutes before baking to enhance taste penetration.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is perfectly cooked without drying out, checking for the exact 165F internal temperature.
  • Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier, more forgiving protein option that can handle slightly longer cooking times.
  • For a gluten-free version, confirm your Dijon mustard is certified gluten-free, as some brands might contain wheat-based ingredients.

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