Description
Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken and Broccoli is a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are grilled to perfection and paired with vibrant, crisp broccoli. This easy-to-make recipe not only pleases the palate but also creates lasting memories around the dinner table. Perfect for family gatherings or a quick weeknight meal, this dish will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients and prepare your workspace.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish, pour half of the marinade over them, seal tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Remove chicken from marinade and grill each side for about 6-7 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- While grilling, steam or blanch broccoli in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until bright green but still crisp.
- Serve grilled chicken with broccoli on the side and drizzle any remaining marinade over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz) with 1/2 cup broccoli
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg