Description
This Honey Dijon Garlic Chicken Breast recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts glazed in a sweet and tangy honey Dijon sauce infused with garlic. Perfectly baked in the oven, it offers a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that’s great for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering a balance of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each
For the Glaze
- 3 tbsp butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tbsp whole grain Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with aluminum foil, ensuring it’s large enough to have about a half-inch of space around each chicken breast. Place the prepared pan in a 425°F oven to heat up while preparing the glaze.
- Make the Glaze: Melt butter in a small sauté pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, just until softened—do not brown. Stir in honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer for 1-2 minutes to slightly reduce and blend the flavors.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper. Carefully remove the hot pan from the oven, and arrange the chicken breasts evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the hot glaze over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake and Baste: Return the dish to the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven, baste the chicken with the glaze in the pan, then return to the oven for another 15-20 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 170°F.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from oven, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain juices, then serve hot garnished as desired.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is evenly spaced for uniform cooking and glazing.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness — 170°F is recommended for chicken.
- For a thicker glaze, simmer it longer before pouring over the chicken.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with glaze
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
