Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus

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Glazed with a sweet-tangy honey-mustard sauce, served alongside perfectly roasted asparagus with garlic and lemon zest. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 4 chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp garlic powder in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Brush half the honey-mustard mixture evenly over chicken breasts, reserving the rest for later.
  4. Step 4: Arrange 1 lb trimmed asparagus around chicken on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, then season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and asparagus is tender with slightly crisp edges.
  6. Step 6: Brush remaining honey-mustard mixture over chicken during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Sprinkle with 1 tsp lemon zest before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus?

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 Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus?

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 Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus 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.

Is Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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