Can I use skin-on chicken breasts for this recipe?

You can, but I recommend adjusting the cooking time a bit since the skin adds extra fat and thickness. Also, you might want to crisp the skin under the broiler briefly after baking for best results.

What if I don’t have whole grain Dijon mustard?

Regular Dijon mustard works perfectly fine too! It just won’t have those little crunchy mustard seeds, but the flavor will still be tangy and delicious. You can even mix in some coarse mustard seeds if you want that texture.

How do I know when the chicken is done?

The most reliable way is using an instant-read thermometer. Insert it in the thickest part of the chicken breast; it should reach 170°F to be safe and juicy. Without a thermometer, cut into the thickest part—juices should run clear, and the meat should no longer be pink.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Absolutely! All the ingredients in this Honey Dijon Garlic Chicken Breasts Recipe are naturally gluten-free, but always double-check your Dijon mustard to ensure it doesn’t contain any gluten-containing additives.

Honey Dijon Garlic Chicken: Easy & Flavorful Dinner

Description

This Honey Dijon Garlic Chicken Breasts recipe features juicy boneless skinless chicken breasts glazed with a flavorful mixture of honey, whole grain Dijon mustard, and garlic. Baked to perfection at 425 degrees Fahrenheit, this dish is both tangy and sweet with a savory garlic undertone, making it a perfect main course for an easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken

4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each
pinch salt and pepper

Glaze

3 tbsp butter
6 cloves minced garlic
1/3 cup honey
2 tbsp whole grain Dijon mustard
pinch salt and pepper

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Instructions

Preheat and prepare baking pan: Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with aluminum foil. Choose a pan just large enough to allow around a half inch of space around each chicken breast to prevent the glaze from becoming too shallow and burning. Place the empty pan in a 425 degree Fahrenheit oven to heat while you prepare the glaze.
Make the glaze: Melt the butter in a small sauté pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook gently for 30 to 60 seconds to soften without browning. Stir in honey, whole grain Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer the glaze for one to two minutes until it begins to reduce and thicken slightly.
Prepare the chicken: Lightly season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Remove the hot baking pan from the oven and carefully place the chicken breasts inside, spacing them evenly apart.
Glaze and bake: Pour the hot honey Dijon glaze evenly over the chicken breasts in the pan. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
Baste and continue baking: Remove the pan from the oven and baste the chicken breasts with any glaze collected at the bottom of the pan. Place the pan back in the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 170 degrees Fahrenheit.
Rest and serve: Remove chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving to let juices redistribute for moist, tender meat.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked to 170°F for safety and optimal juiciness.
Do not brown garlic when making the glaze to avoid bitterness; just soften it briefly.
Adjust honey quantity to taste if you prefer your glaze sweeter.
Use fresh garlic cloves for best flavor instead of pre-minced garlic.
If you don’t have whole grain Dijon mustard, regular Dijon mustard can be substituted.
Letting the chicken rest before serving improves flavor and juiciness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 12 g
Sodium: 250 mg
Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 32 g
Cholesterol: 90 mg