Maple-Glazed Grilled Chicken with Mustard Seed Rub

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-07 · Updated 2026-08-07

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Tender grilled chicken breasts rubbed with aromatic mustard seeds and finished with a sweet maple glaze for a smoky-sweet flavor profile. This American-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, yellow mustard seeds, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, about 6 oz each boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp, crushed yellow mustard seeds
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, crush 1 tbsp yellow mustard seeds lightly with the back of a spoon. Mix with 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Rub the spice mixture evenly over 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each). Let rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Step 3: Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush the grill with 1 tbsp olive oil to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and grill marks form.
Step 5: Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup maple syrup, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Heat over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
Step 6: Brush the maple glaze over the chicken during the last 2 minutes of grilling and again after removing from heat. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.