Oven-Baked Mustard Chicken
Zesty and Tangy Chicken with Mustard Sauce

About this recipe
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this modern take on mustard chicken. Baked to perfection, the juicy chicken breasts are enveloped in a savory and slightly sweet mustard sauce. With influences from classic French cuisine, this dish has a well-balanced flavor profile that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Mix Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 3
Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and spread mustard sauce evenly over them.
- 4
Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts.
- 5
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until chicken is cooked and sauce is bubbly.
- 6
Serve hot with sides like roasted vegetables or rice.
Chef's tip
For a creamier version, consider adding a splash of cream or a dollop of crème fraîche to the mustard sauce.
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