Name: Irresistible Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe You Need to Try Tonight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each); 3 tablespoons whole grain mustard (or Dijon mustard for a smoother texture); 3 tablespoons runny honey (local honey if you can find it — it makes all the difference!); 2 tablespoons olive oil (or mild vegetable oil); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, but adds a lovely warmth); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs for garnish (optional); Juice of half a lemon (for a bright finishing touch)

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons whole grain mustard (or Dijon mustard for a smoother texture)
3 tablespoons runny honey (local honey if you can find it — it makes all the difference!)
2 tablespoons olive oil (or mild vegetable oil)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, but adds a lovely warmth)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs for garnish (optional)
Juice of half a lemon (for a bright finishing touch)

If you’re looking to swap ingredients, feel free to use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier texture, or maple syrup as a substitute for honey if you’re after a different kind of sweetness. When I first tried this recipe, I didn’t have whole grain mustard, so I used a spicy Dijon and found it gave a lovely kick.

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures a hot environment to get the chicken beautifully golden.
In a small bowl, mix together the whole grain mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and lemon juice until well combined. This glaze is where the magic happens, so take a moment to appreciate the rich colour and aroma.
Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides. Remember, seasoning is key to bringing out the best in simple ingredients — a lesson I learned early on watching my mum sprinkle salt like fairy dust.
Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish or on a rimmed tray lined with parchment paper. Brush each piece with a generous amount of the honey mustard glaze, making sure every nook and cranny is covered.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the glaze is caramelized. Halfway through, baste the chicken with more glaze to build layers of flavour and keep the meat moist.
Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute, resulting in tender, juicy bites — a trick I swear by from years of Sunday roasts in our Devon cottage.
Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs if you like, and serve with your favourite sides.

Author: Jenny
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: International