Here’s a wholesome, simple, and delicious Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese recipe—perfect for a weeknight dinner that looks fancy but is super easy.
Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese
Ingredients (serves 2–4)
For the chicken:
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2–3 tbsp honey
- 2–3 tbsp Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard if you like it milder)
- 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional for a subtle kick)
For the asparagus:
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (Parmesan, cheddar, or mozzarella work well)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prep the chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix honey, mustard, garlic, olive oil, and paprika.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Brush or drizzle honey mustard mixture generously over both sides.
- Prep the asparagus:
- Place asparagus on the same baking sheet (or a separate one if needed).
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast:
- Place chicken and asparagus in the oven. Roast for 18–25 minutes (depending on thickness of chicken) until chicken reaches 165°F / 74°C internally and asparagus is tender.
- Add cheese:
- In the last 3–5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle shredded cheese over asparagus (and chicken if desired) and return to oven just until melted and slightly golden.
- Serve:
- Plate chicken with roasted asparagus on the side. Spoon any extra honey mustard from the pan over the chicken.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in honey mustard for 30 minutes before roasting.
- Add cherry tomatoes or thinly sliced bell peppers to roast with asparagus for color and sweetness.
- Swap asparagus for green beans or broccoli if you prefer.
If you want, I can also make a one-pan version where everything cooks together for maximum convenience—super minimal cleanup. Do you want me to do that?
