Description
Honey Dijon Garlic Chicken Breasts are a flavorful and tender dish featuring juicy chicken breasts baked in a sweet and tangy honey Dijon garlic glaze. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or special occasion, offering a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors with minimal prep and cooking time.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each
For the glaze
- 3 tbsp butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- Pinch salt and pepper
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tbsp whole grain Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with aluminum foil and place it in a 425°F oven to heat while preparing the glaze, ensuring the pan is just large enough to hold the chicken with about half an inch of space around each piece.
- Prepare the glaze: Melt the butter in a small sauté pan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds until softened, avoiding browning. Stir in honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until slightly reduced, blending all ingredients.
- Season the chicken: Lightly season each chicken breast with salt and pepper.
- Arrange chicken and apply glaze: Carefully remove the hot pan from the oven. Place the chicken breasts in the prepared pan, spaced evenly. Pour the hot glaze over the chicken, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake the chicken: Return the pan to the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Afterward, remove from oven, baste the chicken with the glaze from the pan, and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 170°F on a meat thermometer.
- Rest and serve: Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken breasts are of similar size for even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately determine doneness and prevent overcooking.
- The glaze can be prepared in advance and warmed before pouring over the chicken.
- For extra flavor, garnish with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
