Description
This Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken recipe offers a flavorful and juicy way to enjoy tender chicken breasts or thighs marinated in a tangy and sweet honey mustard sauce. Perfectly grilled to perfection, this dish is easy to prepare and ideal for a healthy, delicious meal.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
Chicken
- 1 ½ lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Garnish
- Fresh parsley or chives (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Place the chicken: Arrange the chicken breasts or thighs in a shallow dish or place them inside a zip-top bag, preparing for marination.
- Marinate the chicken: Pour three-quarters of the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated for maximum flavor absorption.
- Refrigerate: Cover the dish or seal the bag and refrigerate the chicken for at least 30 minutes; for deeper flavor, marinate up to 12 hours.
- Preheat the grill: Heat the grill to medium-high, approximately 375°F to 400°F, to ensure a perfect grilling temperature.
- Oil the grill grates: Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent the chicken from sticking during cooking.
- Prepare for grilling: Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off before placing it on the grill.
- Grill the chicken: Cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, flipping once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), ensuring it is fully cooked and juicy.
- Brush with reserved marinade: During the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush the chicken with the remaining ¼ of marinade for an extra boost of flavor.
- Rest the chicken: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices and enhance tenderness.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve the chicken warm for a delicious meal.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken overnight or at least 4 hours to allow flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- If you do not have a grill, this recipe can be adapted for stovetop cooking using a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Adjust paprika quantity or omit it entirely according to your spice preference.
- Leftover chicken can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
