Honey Mustard Chicken Breasts with Crispy Finish
Juicy honey mustard chicken breasts with a sweet and savory glaze, baked and finished for a crispy texture. An easy and flavorful dinner recipe perfect for weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Sear chicken in olive oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Mix honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish and coat with the honey mustard glaze.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes.
- Broil for 2–3 minutes for a caramelized finish, if desired.
Notes
- Searing the chicken before baking locks in flavor and moisture.
- Use fresh lemon juice to brighten the dish’s flavor.
- For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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