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Juicy Oven-Baked Honey Mustard Chicken Breasts

Juicy chicken breasts are first lightly seared, then baked in a sweet-and-tangy honey mustard sauce until tender and flavorful. This simple oven dish delivers big flavor with minimal prep.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Juicy Oven-Baked Honey Mustard Chicken Breasts
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Rest Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4

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Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon chicken seasoning blend, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon wholegrain mustard
  • ½ teaspoon white vinegar
  • ⅛ teaspoon paprika
  • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional, but recommended)
 

Instructions

  1. Set the oven to 375°F and allow it to preheat.
  2. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray and set aside.
  3. Warm 1½ tablespoons of the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Season the chicken breasts evenly with the chicken seasoning blend. Place them in the skillet and cook for 2 minutes per side, just until lightly browned.
  5. While the chicken cooks, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ½ tablespoon olive oil, honey, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, wholegrain mustard, white vinegar, and paprika until smooth and combined.
  6. Move the browned chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Pour the honey mustard sauce over the chicken, turning each piece so it is fully coated.
  8. Tuck the rosemary sprigs in between the chicken breasts.
  9. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked. Cooking time may vary depending on thickness. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F using an instant-read thermometer.
  11. Take the dish out of the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
 
Notes
  • Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are recommended, but boneless thighs can also be used. Thighs may require a longer baking time. Always check doneness with a thermometer to prevent undercooking or dryness.
  • Seasoning: If you don’t have a chicken seasoning blend, substitute your preferred combination of chicken-friendly spices.
  • Mustard Options: While you can use fewer varieties, the combination of all three mustards creates the most balanced flavor.
  • Resting Time: Letting the chicken rest after baking allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender meat.
Nutrition
 Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 256mg | Potassium: 464mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 97IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
 
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