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Oven Baked Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe

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This Oven Baked Honey Mustard Chicken recipe features tender boneless chicken breasts coated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, seared to a golden brown and then baked in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. Perfectly juicy with a deliciously caramelized crust, this dish is an easy and comforting meal suitable for a weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Sauce

  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons honey mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey

    • For Cooking

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) to prepare for baking the chicken.
  2. Prepare Chicken: Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create thin cutlets for quicker, even cooking and better sauce absorption.
  3. Season Chicken: In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon olive oil with dried parsley, basil, salt, paprika, and minced garlic. Brush this seasoning mixture evenly on both sides of each chicken breast slice to infuse flavor.
  4. Sear Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an oven-safe pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown to lock in juices.
  5. Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine chicken broth, honey mustard, and honey. Pour this sweet and tangy sauce evenly over the seared chicken breasts in the pan.
  6. Transfer to Oven: Place the oven-safe pan with the chicken and sauce into the preheated oven. If your pan is not oven-safe, transfer the chicken and sauce to an oven-safe dish before baking.
  7. Bake Chicken: Bake for 20 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through to ensure even cooking and coating with the sauce.
  8. Broil for Browning: After baking, turn on the oven broiler and broil the chicken for approximately 5 minutes, or until the tops start to brown and caramelize beautifully.
  9. Check Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  10. Rest and Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven to help juices redistribute, then serve warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs if preferred, but cooking times may vary slightly.
  • Use an oven-safe skillet like cast iron for easier transition from stovetop to oven.
  • If you don’t have honey mustard, mix equal parts Dijon mustard and honey as a quick alternative.
  • Resting the chicken after cooking ensures juicier cuts.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste; add a pinch of black pepper if desired.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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