Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese is a simple, flavorful meal that combines sweet, tangy chicken with roasted vegetables and melted cheese. It’s great for a quick dinner and can be made in one pan. 🍗🥦🧀
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2–3 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp mustard (Dijon or yellow)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
For the Asparagus
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
Heat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet or casserole dish. - Prepare the Honey Mustard Sauce
In a bowl, mix honey, mustard, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. - Prepare the Chicken
Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and coat them with the honey mustard mixture. - Add the Asparagus
Arrange asparagus around the chicken. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. - Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. - Add Cheese
Sprinkle cheese over the asparagus (and chicken if you like) and bake another 3–5 minutes until melted. - Serve
Serve hot with rice, potatoes, or a simple salad.
Tips
- Add lemon juice before serving for extra freshness. 🍋
- Use parmesan cheese for a sharper flavor.
- If the chicken breasts are thick, slice them in half to cook faster.
If you want, I can also show you a one-pan creamy honey mustard chicken recipe that’s even richer and restaurant-style but still very easy to make. 🍯🍗
