Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese

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Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

For the Roasted Asparagus:

  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or shredded mozzarella for a gooey version)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the Honey Mustard Sauce:
    In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, and optional whole grain mustard. Add salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
  3. Marinate the Chicken:
    Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish or ziplock bag. Pour the honey mustard mixture over them, coating evenly. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor).
  4. Roast the Chicken:
    Transfer chicken to a baking dish (if not already in one) and bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
  5. Roast the Asparagus:
    While the chicken is baking, spread asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast in the oven during the last 10–12 minutes of the chicken cooking time.
  6. Add Cheese:
    After asparagus is tender-crisp, remove from oven, sprinkle with Parmesan or mozzarella cheese, and return to oven for another 2–3 minutes until melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve:
    Plate the honey mustard chicken with the cheesy roasted asparagus on the side. Spoon extra honey mustard sauce over the chicken, if desired.

Enjoy this sweet, tangy, and cheesy dish—perfect for a cozy dinner! Let me know if you’d like a version with thighs, air fryer, or a low-carb option!

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