Description
Juicy honey mustard chicken brings sweet and tangy flavors to a simple sheet pan dinner that simplifies weeknight cooking. Crispy roasted vegetables complement the golden-brown chicken, creating a wholesome meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless (skinless) chicken breasts
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) whole grain mustard
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 squeeze lemon juice
Vegetable Mix:
- Broccoli (amount not specified)
- Carrots (amount not specified)
- Red onions (amount not specified)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and prepare a large sheet pan with parchment paper for even cooking and easy cleanup.
- Create a vibrant honey mustard glaze by whisking dijon and whole grain mustards with honey, olive oil, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper until smooth and well-combined.
- Position chicken breasts on one half of the sheet pan, ensuring they are not overlapping, and liberally coat with the prepared honey mustard mixture using a pastry brush.
- Distribute selected vegetables on the remaining pan space, lightly drizzling with olive oil and sprinkling with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavors.
- Slide the sheet pan into the preheated oven and roast for 22-25 minutes, monitoring until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables achieve a golden, caramelized exterior.
- Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness and flavor before serving.
Notes
- Customize honey mustard sauce by swapping Dijon or whole-grain mustard for different flavor profiles and heat levels.
- Ensure even cooking by pounding chicken breasts to uniform thickness before marinating, preventing dry edges and undercooked centers.
- Transform this recipe into a low-carb or keto-friendly meal by replacing high-sugar honey with sugar-free maple syrup or monk fruit sweetener.
- Meal prep-friendly dish that keeps well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or lunch preparations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg