Description
Succulent honey mustard glazed chicken delights dinner tables with its perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Colorful roasted vegetables complement the juicy chicken, creating a complete meal you can savor with satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless, or thighs)
- 2 carrots (medium, peeled and sliced)
- 2 cups baby potatoes (300 g / 10.6 oz, halved or quartered)
- 1 red onion (medium, cut into wedges)
- 1 cup Brussels sprouts (150 g / 5.3 oz, halved)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard (60 ml / 2 fl oz)
- 3 tbsps honey
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preparation: Position oven rack centrally and preheat to 400F (200C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
- Glaze Creation: Whisk Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-integrated.
- Chicken Preparation: Thoroughly dry chicken breasts and season with salt and black pepper, ensuring even coverage.
- Vegetable Arrangement: Toss carrots, onions, Brussels sprouts, bell peppers, and potatoes with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl until uniformly coated.
- Sheet Composition: Distribute seasoned vegetables across the baking sheet, creating a central space for chicken breasts. Place chicken in the designated area and generously brush with prepared honey mustard glaze, reserving some for later application.
- Roasting Process: Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes, periodically checking chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165F (74C) and vegetables develop a golden-brown caramelization.
- Final Glazing: During the last 5 minutes of roasting, apply the remaining glaze to enhance the chicken’s flavor and create a glossy exterior.
- Serving: Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Plate chicken alongside the roasted vegetable medley, presenting a vibrant and appetizing meal.
Notes
- Prevent Cross-Contamination: Always use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw chicken to avoid spreading harmful bacteria during food preparation.
- Achieve Perfect Chicken Moisture: Pat chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy exterior and prevent steaming, which leads to rubbery texture.
- Uniform Vegetable Roasting: Cut vegetables into similar-sized pieces guaranteeing even cooking and consistent caramelization across the baking sheet.
- Glaze Application Technique: Brush glaze in layers during the final roasting minutes to create a glossy, flavor-packed exterior without burning the sugars from honey and mustard.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg