Dijon Thyme Baked Chicken Breasts

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and easy-to-make Dijon Thyme Baked Chicken Breasts recipe. Juicy, tender chicken is marinated in a luscious blend of Dijon mustard, fresh thyme, garlic, honey, lemon juice, and paprika, creating a vibrant balance of tangy, herbaceous, and subtly sweet flavors. Baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, this dish ensures the chicken stays moist and flavorful with a golden finish. Perfect for busy evenings, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad. With minimal prep time and bold, wholesome ingredients, this Dijon Thyme chicken is destined to become a family favorite while fitting seamlessly into any healthy eating plan.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, olive oil, fresh thyme leaves, minced garlic, honey, paprika, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and water to create the marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and pour the Dijon thyme marinade evenly over them, ensuring each piece is fully coated.

Step 4

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent the chicken from drying out, and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the tops are slightly golden.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 7

Serve the chicken warm, drizzling any extra marinade from the baking dish over the top. Pair with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(865.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1577.1

Total Fat 62.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 3916.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 216.8g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 106.0mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 1903.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.0%

Protein: 57.1%

Carbs: 5.9%