Grilled Chicken Breast with Honey Mustard Glaze

Looking for a delicious and foolproof way to prepare chicken? This Grilled Chicken Breast with Honey Mustard Glaze is your answer. I’ve perfected this recipe to create juicy, flavorful chicken that’s anything but boring. The sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze caramelizes beautifully on the grill, creating a mouthwatering combination that’s both sophisticated and simple.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6-8 oz each)
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

1. First, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ¾ inch. This ensures even cooking and tender results.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
3. Reserve about ¼ cup of the glaze for basting later. Use the remaining mixture to coat the chicken breasts thoroughly.
4. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) in the refrigerator.
5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 375-400°F).
6. Clean and oil your grill grates to prevent sticking.
7. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
8. During the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, brush the reserved glaze on both sides of the chicken.
9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain its juices.

Cook Time and Serving Size

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Marinating Time: 30 minutes to 4 hours
Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
Total Time: 52 minutes to 4.5 hours
Servings: 4

Recipe Notes

Here are some crucial tips to ensure your grilled chicken turns out perfectly:

• Don’t skip the pounding step – it’s essential for even cooking and tender results.
• If you don’t have fresh thyme, dried works fine. Just remember to use half the amount.
• Keep the grill lid closed while cooking to maintain consistent temperature.
• Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness without cutting into the chicken.
• If you don’t have a grill, you can use a grill pan on the stovetop – follow the same timing and temperature guidelines.
• For meal prep, you can marinate the chicken the night before, but don’t exceed 24 hours as the mustard can start to break down the meat.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Grilled Chicken Breast with Honey Mustard Glaze

A delicious and foolproof way to prepare juicy, flavorful chicken with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 52 minutes mins

Servings 4 servings

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6-8 oz each)
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

 

• First, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ¾ inch. This ensures even cooking and tender results.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
• Reserve about ¼ cup of the glaze for basting later. Use the remaining mixture to coat the chicken breasts thoroughly.
• Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) in the refrigerator.
• Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 375-400°F).
• Clean and oil your grill grates to prevent sticking.
• Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
• During the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, brush the reserved glaze on both sides of the chicken.
• Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain its juices.