Description

This Baked Honey Dijon Chicken is a flavorful, juicy dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated with a savory spice rub and topped with a sweet and tangy honey Dijon glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it combines the heat of chili powder with the sweetness of honey for a balanced and delicious main course.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

4 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless

For the Chicken Rub

1 and 1/2 tbsp (20 ml) olive oil
2 tsp garlic powder
1 and 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 and 1/4 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder (optional)

For the Homemade Honey Dijon Glaze

1/3 cup (110 g) liquid honey
1 tbsp (15 g) Dijon mustard
1 tbsp (15 g) yellow mustard
1 tbsp (15 g) lemon juice
1 (15 g) apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar or more lemon juice)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set aside.
Prepare the chicken rub: In a shallow bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, onion powder, cumin, paprika, and chipotle chili powder (if using). Mix thoroughly.
Rub the chicken: Rub the spice mixture evenly over each chicken breast, ensuring all sides are coated. Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the chicken: Bake for 15 to 40 minutes, depending on the thickness of the breasts, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Flip halfway through cooking for even browning.
Make the glaze: While chicken is baking, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, lemon juice, and vinegar in a small bowl until smooth.
Glaze and finish: Once the chicken is cooked, brush it generously with the honey Dijon glaze. For a crispy finish, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes until slightly caramelized. Serve immediately.

Notes

Storing Instructions: Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions: Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, or on the stovetop over low heat for 5-10 minutes. Reapply glaze if needed to keep moist.
Tip: For extra crispiness, broil the glazed chicken for a minute or two before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 150 grams)
Calories: 310 kcal
Sugar: 14 grams
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 10 grams
Saturated Fat: 1.5 grams
Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 grams
Trans Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 36 grams
Fiber: 1 gram
Protein: 25 grams
Cholesterol: 80 mg