Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Strips with Carrot Sticks
Crisp chicken strips glazed with a sweet-tangy honey-mustard sauce, paired with colorful carrot sticks for a vibrant, easy weeknight meal kids love. This american-inspired kid friendly ready in about 30 minutes pairs Chicken breast, boneless skinless, Honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Chicken breast, boneless skinless
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 2 medium Carrots
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 1.5 lbs chicken breast strips on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Whisk 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a small bowl. Brush mixture evenly over chicken strips.
- Step 3: Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Serve immediately with 2 medium carrots cut into 1-inch sticks.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Strips with Carrot Sticks take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Strips with Carrot Sticks?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Strips with Carrot Sticks?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Strips with Carrot Sticks for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Strips with Carrot Sticks?
American kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made this for my son's school snack, and he brought it back for seconds. Easy cleanup too!
- ★★★★★
My kids devoured these chicken strips with the carrots! The honey-mustard glaze was perfect for picky eaters.
- ★★★★★
Simple, healthy, and a hit at dinner. The carrots stayed crisp while the chicken was juicy—no more frozen nuggets!
