Crispy outside, juicy inside, and coated in a glossy sweet-and-savory honey garlic glaze — this Honey Mustard Chicken Breast is an air-fryer protein powerhouse. Paired with fluffy herb rice and steamed broccoli, it’s a complete high-protein dinner in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts (about 8 oz each)
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup cooked rice, tossed with fresh herbs
- 2 cups steamed broccoli, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate: Whisk Dijon, honey, minced garlic, olive oil, paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Coat the chicken breasts and marinate 15-30 minutes (or up to 2 hours refrigerated).
- Preheat the air fryer: Heat to 380°F and lightly spray the basket.
- Cook: Air fry the chicken 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until the outside is caramelized and the internal temperature hits 165°F.
- Glaze: Brush the hot chicken with an extra spoonful of the honey-mustard mixture for a glossy finish.
- Rest and serve: Rest 5 minutes, then slice against the grain. Serve over herb rice with steamed broccoli.
Pro tip: Pound the breasts to an even thickness before cooking — thin edges dry out long before thick centers finish.
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Estimated nutrition per serving: 320 calories, 42g protein, 12g carbs, 10g fat.
