Baked or Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken (With the Best Honey Mustard Marinade!)
Juicy chicken breasts or thighs coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard marinade, then baked or grilled to perfection. This easy and flavorful dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marination)
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes plus marinating
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 pound chicken breast or chicken thighs.
3 tablespoons honey,3 tablespoons Dijon mustard (grainy Dijon preferred).
2 tablespoons olive oil,1 garlic clove, finely minced or grated.
Optional: ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (for a bit of heat),Freshly ground salt and black pepper
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined.,Add chicken pieces to the marinade, coating evenly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the fridge for deeper flavor.,For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).,For grilling: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, until cooked through and nicely charred.,Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
