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Golden maple dijon chicken breast glazed with sweet mustard sauce and fresh thyme.

Maple Dijon Chicken

This maple dijon chicken is sweet, tangy, and perfectly caramelized; an easy 30-minute dinner that tastes restaurant-quality but uses simple pantry ingredients.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Rest Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 chicken breasts
Calories: 345kcal
Author: Hannah Cooking
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 Oven-safe skillet (Cast iron works best for caramelization)
  • 1 Mixing bowl (For whisking glaze ingredients)
  • 1 Pastry brush (For layering the glaze)
  • 1 Meat thermometer (Ensures perfect internal temperature)
  • 1 Tongs (For flipping and handling chicken)

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts - About 6 oz each
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil - For searing
  • 1 teaspoon Salt - Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper - Freshly ground
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder - Optional, adds flavor depth

Maple Dijon Glaze

  • ⅓ cup Pure maple syrup - Use real maple syrup for caramelization
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard - Smooth for tang and shine
  • 2 tablespoons Whole grain mustard - Adds texture and flavor contrast
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar - Balances sweetness
  • 2 cloves Garlic - Minced finely
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves - Optional for garnish
  • ¼ teaspoon Red pepper flakes - Optional for slight heat

Instructions 

  • Pat dry, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Combine maple syrup, mustards, vinegar, garlic, thyme, and pepper flakes.
  • Heat oil, sear 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
  • Brush half the glaze on top.
  • Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  • Add fresh glaze, rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Garnish with thyme and drizzle extra glaze.
    Golden maple dijon chicken breast glazed with sweet mustard sauce and fresh thyme.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cgicken breast | Calories: 345kcal (17%) | Carbohydrates: 19g (6%) | Protein: 36g (72%) | Fat: 12g (18%) | Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 95mg (32%) | Sodium: 590mg (26%) | Potassium: 630mg (18%) | Sugar: 17g (19%) | Vitamin A: 90IU (2%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 20mg (2%) | Iron: 0.8mg (4%)