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Baked Apple Honey Dijon Chicken

A delightful blend of sweet apples and savory chicken, drizzled with a honey-Dijon glaze and baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Skinless, boneless preferred.
  • 2 pieces apples, sliced Any variety, preferably sweet.
  • 1/4 cup honey For sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard For tanginess.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For greasing the baking dish.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the honey and Dijon mustard until well combined.
  4. Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and season generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Arrange the apple slices around the chicken.
  6. Drizzle the honey-Dijon mixture over the chicken and apples.
Cooking
  1. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving warm.

Notes

Make sure not to overcrowd the baking dish to ensure even cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to 2 months.