Baked Honey Dijon Chicken Recipe
A simple and elegant baked chicken recipe featuring a tangy honey Dijon sauce. This clean, energizing meal is high in protein, naturally gluten-free, and refined sugar-free, making it perfect for health-conscious individuals.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings servings
Calories 310 kcal
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons raw honey
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Sea salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish
Pat chicken breasts dry and place in baking dish in single layer
Season both sides of chicken with sea salt and black pepper
In small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, and rosemary
Pour sauce over chicken and ensure each piece is thoroughly coated
Bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)
Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving
Use meat thermometer to avoid overcooking
Pound chicken for even thickness if needed
Let chicken rest before slicing to retain juices
Can substitute chicken thighs (adjust cooking time)
For keto version, replace honey with monk fruit sweetener
For vegan version, use tofu/tempeh and maple syrup
Store in refrigerator for up to 4 days Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 38gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
Keyword baked, chicken, dijon, healthy, honey