Description
Indulge in the delightful harmony of sweet and tangy with Maple Mustard Glazed Chicken. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken breasts coated in a luscious glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a stunning centerpiece for any meal. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe will leave your family and friends raving about its exceptional flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried thyme)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray and season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped thyme until well combined.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the glaze over the top, ensuring it's evenly coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is golden brown.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Drizzle any leftover glaze over sliced chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg