Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese

Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese

Ingredients:

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 4 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 500g asparagus
  • 4 medium potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to create the sauce.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  4. Brush the honey mustard sauce over each chicken breast, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 2: Roast the Potatoes

  1. Wash and cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Toss them in olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.

Step 3: Bake the Chicken

  1. After the potatoes have roasted for 20 minutes, add the chicken to the same tray or a separate baking dish.
  2. Bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F / 75°C).

Step 4: Roast the Asparagus

  1. While the chicken bakes, trim the woody ends off the asparagus.
  2. Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the asparagus to the oven during the last 10 minutes of baking.

Step 5: Add Cheese & Serve

  1. In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken and allow it to melt.
  2. Remove everything from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  3. Serve the honey mustard chicken with roasted asparagus and potatoes.

Enjoy your flavorful, easy-to-make meal! Let me know if you want any adjustments.

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