Description

Juicy grilled chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce that caramelizes beautifully, delivering a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and sweet flavors.

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

1/4 cup honey

3 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp yellow mustard

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour in half the marinade (reserve the rest for basting) and refrigerate 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
Grill chicken 5–7 minutes per side, basting with reserved marinade during the last few minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Transfer to a plate, rest a few minutes, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve.

Notes

Add hot sauce or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.

Mix in rosemary or thyme for an herbal note.

For oven-baked chicken, cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes.

Swap honey for maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.

Marinate cubed chicken and grill on skewers for faster cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 270
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 75mg