Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese

Here’s a delicious and well-balanced recipe for Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese — juicy, sweet-savory chicken paired with crisp-tender asparagus, finished with a cheesy touch. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a slightly elevated weekend meal.

🍯🐔 Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Asparagus and Cheese

🔹 Ingredients:

For the chicken:

2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp whole grain mustard (optional, for texture)
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper to taste
½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

For the roasted asparagus:

1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
½ cup shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, or Gruyère cheese

🔥 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Marinate the Chicken:

In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Coat chicken breasts in the mixture and let marinate for 15–30 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).

3. Cook the Chicken:

In a skillet over medium heat, sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
Transfer to a baking dish and pour remaining marinade over the top.
Bake in the oven for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).

4. Roast the Asparagus:

While chicken bakes, place trimmed asparagus on a sheet pan.
Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
Roast in the oven for 10–12 minutes, until tender but still crisp.
In the last 2–3 minutes, sprinkle with cheese and return to the oven to melt.

5. Serve:

Plate the honey mustard chicken with a side of cheesy roasted asparagus.
Spoon extra sauce from the baking dish over the chicken if desired.

🧀 Optional Additions:

Add sliced mushrooms or cherry tomatoes to the asparagus tray.
Top the chicken with a bit of extra shredded cheese in the last 5 minutes of baking for a melt-in-your-mouth finish.

Would you like a version of this as a one-pan sheet bake for easier cleanup?