Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple Roasted Vegetables
Tender chicken breasts coated in a sweet-tangy honey-mustard crust, served with caramelized maple-glazed carrots and Brussels sprouts for a balanced dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) boneless chicken breasts, Dijon mustard, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
- 4 (6 oz each) boneless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1.5 cups Brussels sprouts
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a shallow dish, mix 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour to form a smooth paste.
- Step 2: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then coat evenly in mustard-honey mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown; transfer skillet to oven.
- Step 4: Toss 1 cup baby carrots and 1.5 cups halved Brussels sprouts with 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; arrange around chicken in skillet.
- Step 5: Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and vegetables are tender with caramelized edges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple Roasted Vegetables 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-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple Roasted Vegetables?
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 dijon mustard from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple Roasted Vegetables?
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-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple Roasted Vegetables 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 Honey-Mustard Crusted Chicken with Maple Roasted Vegetables?
American chicken 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
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
