Description
Mouthwatering honey mustard chicken delights dinner tables with golden-brown perfection and zesty flavor. Crisp asparagus and melted cheese complement the tender chicken, creating a simple yet elegant meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Vegetables:
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light coating of cooking spray.
- Create a flavorful honey mustard glaze by whisking together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Position the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, thoroughly coating both sides with the prepared honey mustard sauce using a basting brush.
- Carefully spread the asparagus around the chicken, ensuring even distribution. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil and generously season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the asparagus becomes tender and slightly crisp.
- After initial roasting, sprinkle a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the chicken and asparagus. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt completely and develop a golden-brown crust.
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute and the cheese to set slightly.
Notes
- Customize sauce intensity by adjusting mustard and honey ratios to suit personal taste preferences.
- Ensure even cooking by pounding chicken breasts to uniform thickness before seasoning and baking.
- Substitute dairy cheese with nutritional yeast for vegan version or dairy-free alternatives like cashew cheese.
- Choose thinner asparagus spears for quicker roasting and more delicate texture, avoiding woody stems.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg