Description
Maple mustard glazed chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors, transforming simple chicken breasts into a culinary delight. The rich caramelized glaze complements the juicy chicken, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With easy preparation and satisfying results, this recipe will have everyone at the table asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, placing them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and soy sauce until smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining glaze from the pan over the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Marinate chicken in the glaze for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor. - Substitute chicken with pork chops or tofu for variety. - Add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to elevate flavor.