Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese

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Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp whole-grain mustard (optional for texture)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (or a mix)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Prepare Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Make Honey Mustard Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard (if using), minced garlic, and 1 tbsp olive oil until smooth.
  4. Sear Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes on each side until lightly golden (it will finish cooking in the oven).
  5. Add Asparagus: Arrange asparagus around the chicken in the skillet or baking dish. Drizzle with a little olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
  6. Add Sauce: Pour honey mustard sauce over the chicken and asparagus, coating evenly.
  7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 75°C/165°F).
  8. Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken and asparagus, then bake for an additional 3–5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

If you want, I can also make a creamy honey mustard variation so it tastes more like a restaurant dish. That would involve adding a little cream or cream cheese to the sauce before baking. Would you like me to give you that version too?

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