Description
Indulge in this easy-to-make Maple Dijon Chicken, where tender chicken breasts meet a sweet and tangy glaze that elevates any dinner to gourmet status.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, garlic powder, pepper, and salt until smooth.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, combine chicken broth and rice vinegar in a small saucepan over medium heat until warmed.
- Drizzle sauce over baked chicken before serving.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Feel free to replace Dijon mustard with whole grain mustard or add herbs like thyme for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg