Grilled Mustard and Herb Chicken
Juicy, flavorful, and bursting with tangy, herby goodness, Grilled Mustard and Herb Chicken is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next barbecue or weeknight dinner. This recipe combines the bold kick of Dijon and whole grain mustard with the fresh fragrance of chopped rosemary and thyme, all balanced perfectly by a splash of zesty lemon juice. Marinated to perfection and grilled to a golden char, each bite is tender, smoky, and packed with savory spices like garlic, paprika, and cracked black pepper. Ready in under an hour (with minimal prep!), this easy yet impressive dish pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables, crisp salads, or hearty roasted potatoes. Perfect for health-conscious cooks, it’s a low-carb, high-protein meal that never sacrifices flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them gently with a meat mallet or rolling pin until they are an even thickness. This ensures even cooking.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create the marinade.
Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F).
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill.
Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the grilled chicken hot with your choice of sides, such as a fresh salad, grilled vegetables, or roasted potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.8 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 333914 mg | 14518% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 216.7 g | 433% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1894 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
