Description
Maple Mustard Glazed Chicken is a delicious dish that combines sweet maple syrup with tangy mustard, resulting in juicy chicken that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and black pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
- Bake the Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C).
- Glaze It Up: In the last five minutes of baking, pour the remaining marinade over the chicken for an added glossy finish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer to plates and drizzle with extra sauce from the pan before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken for longer or adding fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme. Pair with roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete meal.