Description
This Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Breast recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in a tangy and sweet honey mustard sauce infused with garlic, lemon, and thyme. Perfectly grilled to achieve beautiful char marks and full flavor, this dish is quick to prepare and ideal for a weeknight dinner or weekend cookout.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Marinade and Sauce
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until fully combined to create the marinade and sauce for the chicken.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over them, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours for best flavor infusion.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high setting to prepare for cooking.
- Grill the chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess, discard any leftover marinade. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked, with grill marks and an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest the chicken: Transfer cooked chicken to a serving platter and let it rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute, enhancing moisture and flavor.
- Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle fresh parsley or chives over the chicken for added color and freshness.
- Serve: Serve hot with your choice of sides like grilled vegetables, rice, or a crisp salad to complete the meal.
- Enjoy: Relish this flavorful and juicy honey mustard grilled chicken breast meal!
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to develop flavor, but no longer than 4 hours to prevent texture changes.
- Ensure the grill is properly preheated to medium-high to avoid sticking and achieve nice grill marks.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) to guarantee safe cooking without dryness.
- Leftover grilled chicken breast can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and used in salads or sandwiches.
- If you don’t have a grill, this recipe can be adapted for stovetop cooking using a grill pan or skillet.
