Description
This Honey Mustard Chicken recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, combining juicy, tender chicken breasts with a luscious honey mustard sauce. Cooked on the stovetop first to brown and then finished in the oven for a succulent and flavorful dish, it’s an easy-to-make meal ideal for weeknights or casual dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Honey Mustard Sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the chicken after searing.
- Prepare Honey Mustard Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a flavorful sauce that will coat the chicken.
- Heat Olive Oil: Place a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to heat until shimmering.
- Season and Sear Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Place them in the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until they develop a nice brown crust.
- Add Sauce: Pour the prepared honey mustard mixture over the browned chicken breasts, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes until it is fully cooked through and juices run clear.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and garnish the chicken with fresh parsley before serving to add a burst of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- Be sure to use an oven-safe skillet to move smoothly from stovetop to oven without transferring the chicken to another dish.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of chicken breasts; always check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure safety.
- You can substitute Dijon mustard with spicy brown mustard for a different flavor profile.
- For an extra crispy crust, you can broil the chicken for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
