Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp whole grain mustard (optional)
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise (for creaminess, optional)
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

For the Roasted Asparagus:

• 1 bunch of fresh asparagus, ends trimmed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Make the Honey Mustard Sauce:
   In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, whole grain mustard (if using), mayonnaise, garlic, and paprika.
3. Prepare the Chicken:
   Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
4. Add the Sauce:
   Pour the honey mustard sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp of 165°F / 74°C).
5. Roast the Asparagus:
   While the chicken is baking, place asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast in the oven for 10–12 minutes.
6. Add the Cheese:
   In the last 2 minutes of roasting, sprinkle shredded cheese over the asparagus and return to oven until melted and bubbly.
7. Serve:
   Plate the chicken with roasted cheesy asparagus on the side. Spoon extra honey mustard sauce over the chicken if desired.

Let me know if you want a variation with thighs or a creamy version!