Easy Baked Honey Dijon Chicken
Learn how to make juicy baked honey Dijon chicken in just 30 minutes. Simple, flavorful, and perfect for weeknights!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs if you prefer dark meat
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh thyme leaves optional, for garnish
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
Preparation:
- Rinse chicken and pat dry using paper towels.
- Season each piece with salt and pepper on both sides.
Create the Marinade:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, and olive oil.
- Coat chicken thoroughly with the marinade.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
Prepare the Sauce
- While the chicken marinates, prepare an extra batch of the Honey Dijon sauce (optional but recommended for added flavor after baking):
- Mix 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 tsp olive oil until smooth. Set aside.
Bake the Chicken
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish and place marinated chicken inside.
- Brush additional sauce on top of each piece.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and chicken is golden.