Honey Mustard Chicken

This Honey Mustard Chicken is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner that delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory. The chicken breasts are coated in a sticky, aromatic glaze made from Dijon mustard, honey, and fresh lemon juice, then baked until juicy and tender. A light coating of breadcrumbs adds a delightful crunch, while optional Cajun spice brings a subtle kick of heat. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy recipe that requires minimal prep time but results in a restaurant-quality meal. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete, satisfying dish that the whole family will love.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 205.5

Description

This Honey Mustard Chicken is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner that delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory. The chicken breasts are coated in a sticky, aromatic glaze made from Dijon mustard, honey, and fresh lemon juice, then baked until juicy and tender. A light coating of breadcrumbs adds a delightful crunch, while optional Cajun spice brings a subtle kick of heat. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy recipe that requires minimal prep time but results in a restaurant-quality meal. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete, satisfying dish that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

4 ea Chicken breast halves
1/4 cup Dijon style mustard
3 tablespoon Honey
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
2/3 cup Bread crumbs
1 tablespoon Cajun spice (optional)

Directions

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
In a shallow dish, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice until smooth.
3
Place the bread crumbs in a separate shallow dish. If using Cajun spice, mix it into the breadcrumbs.
4
Dip each chicken breast into the honey mustard mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
5
Roll the coated chicken pieces in the bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
6
Place the chicken in a greased baking pan or dish.
7
Drizzle the vegetable oil over the top of the chicken breasts.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink inside and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 205.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.4g4%
Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 373.0mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 42.6g15%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g14%
Sugars 10.0g
Protein 6.0g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

To add a tropical twist, stir 1 cup of pineapple juice into the honey mustard mixture before dipping the chicken.

This recipe also works well with ham steaks as a variation.

For extra crispy crumbs, you can toast the breadcrumbs in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before using them.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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