Honey Dijon Chicken

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Honey Dijon Chicken 🍯🥢

Description:
Sweet, tangy, and full of flavor, this Honey Dijon Chicken is juicy, tender, and easy to prepare. With a sticky honey-Dijon glaze and a hint of garlic, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it with rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a balanced meal.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves)

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

Optional Garnish:

  • Fresh parsley or thyme sprigs

  • Lemon wedges

Directions

1. Prepare the Marinade

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

  2. Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated.

  3. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1–2 hours for maximum flavor.

2. Cook the Chicken

Option 1: Oven-Baked

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.

  3. Remove chicken from the marinade (reserve the excess marinade). Place chicken on the prepared baking sheet.

  4. Bake for 20–25 minutes, depending on thickness, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

  5. Optional: During the last 5 minutes, brush with remaining marinade for a glossy finish.

Option 2: Skillet-Cooked

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. Add chicken breasts and cook 6–8 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.

  3. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, spoon reserved marinade over the chicken to glaze.

Option 3: Air Fryer

  1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Place chicken in a single layer in the basket. Cook 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through.

  3. Brush with extra marinade before serving.

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