Description
This Maple Glazed Chicken recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, featuring tender, juicy boneless chicken breasts coated in a rich maple syrup glaze with Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and garlic, then baked to perfection. Easy to prepare and ideal for a wholesome family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Maple Glaze
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a smooth sweet and savory glaze.
- Coat Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the maple glaze over the chicken, turning each piece to coat thoroughly and evenly with the glaze.
- Bake Chicken: Bake the chicken uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until it is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring safe and juicy results.
- Baste Halfway: Halfway through baking, baste the chicken with the pan juices to keep it moist and enhance the flavor.
- Rest Chicken: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, resulting in tender meat.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve alongside your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed sweet potatoes, or rice.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the maple glaze for 1–2 hours before baking.
- This recipe pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed sweet potatoes, or rice.
- Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier result; just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
