Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese

YUM. That sounds like a full-on flavor bomb: Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese — sweet, tangy, juicy chicken paired with crispy, cheesy asparagus.  Here’s a full recipe that balances all those flavors and textures.

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 HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN WITH ROASTED ASPARAGUS & CHEESE

Ingredients (Serves 2–4)

For the Chicken:

• 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

• 3 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional but brightens it up)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Optional: a pinch of paprika or thyme

For the Asparagus:

• 1 bunch fresh asparagus, ends trimmed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper

• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, parmesan, or cheddar all work great)

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Make the honey mustard sauce:

   • In a small bowl, mix mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt & pepper.

3. Prepare the chicken:

   • Place chicken in a baking dish or oven-safe skillet.

   • Pour the honey mustard mixture over the top and coat evenly.

   • Let it marinate while you prep the asparagus (or refrigerate it ahead of time for more flavor).

4. Roast the chicken:

   • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp: 165°F / 74°C).

   • Spoon some sauce over the top as it cooks to keep it juicy.

5. Roast the asparagus:

   • Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

   • Spread out on a baking sheet lined with parchment.

   • Roast for 10–12 minutes, then sprinkle cheese on top and roast for 2–3 more minutes until melted and bubbly.

6. Serve it up:

   • Plate the chicken with extra honey mustard sauce spooned on top, next to the cheesy roasted asparagus.

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Want to turn this into a one-pan meal with potatoes added in? Or prefer a creamier mustard sauce?