Honey Mustard Chicken (Easy Oven or Pan Recipe)

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 30 minutes | Total: 40 minutes | Serves: 4
Best For: busy weeknights, family dinners, easy oven meals

A Sweet and Savoury Family Favourite

This honey mustard chicken is the perfect balance of sweet and savoury, made with everyday ingredients and minimal prep. Whether baked in the oven or cooked in a pan, it delivers juicy chicken coated in a simple, flavour-packed sauce.

It’s an easy, dependable meal that fits beautifully into family life — warm, comforting, and made to be shared around the table without stress or fuss.

Ingredients for Honey Mustard Chicken

• 600 g chicken thigh fillets or breast

• 2 tbsp wholegrain or Dijon mustard

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional:

• Splash of cream for a creamy sauce

• Fresh parsley for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan-forced) if baking, or heat a pan over medium heat if pan-cooking.

2. Mix the sauce by combining mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

3. Coat the chicken evenly with the honey mustard mixture.

4. Cook the chicken in a baking dish for 25–30 minutes, or pan-cook for 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through.

5. Optional: Stir a splash of cream into the pan juices or baking dish for extra richness.

6. Rest briefly, then serve warm.

Helpful Tips

• Chicken thighs stay juicier than breast

• Line the tray for easy clean-up if baking

• Spoon extra sauce over the chicken before serving

Why This Recipe Works

• Sweet and savoury flavours kids love

• Simple pantry ingredients

• Flexible oven or pan method

• Beginner-friendly with reliable results

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