Garlic Dijon Chicken Recipe

Written by Jaime Borja | Published on November 7, 2025

Meet your new weeknight hero: garlic Dijon chicken. Juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor, this one pan wonder gets its magic from a tangy marinade of Dijon mustard, garlic, honey, and fresh parsley. With just a handful of simple ingredients, it comes together in minutes and packs big flavor with zero fuss.

Garlic Dijon Chicken

When it comes to busy weeknights, this recipe is no problem. Basically it’s a go-to for anyone craving comforting, flavorful chicken without spending hours in the kitchen. The marinade hits all the right notes, while a layer of roasted onions on top keeps every bite juicy and satisfying. Quick to prep, quick to cook, and completely delicious- perfect for chaotic evenings when you want dinner done right.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • Kosher salt
  • Ground black pepper
  • 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 3/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F. Take the chicken out of the fridge, pat it dry, and season both sides with salt and pepper. Let it sit for a few minutes while you whip up the sauce.

Step 2

Once you’re ready, it’s time to make the garlic Dijon sauce. In a large bowl, combine Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, spices, and salt. Mix until smooth and flavorful.

Step 3

After that, you’ll start to coat the chicken in the sauce. While working in batches, toss a few pieces of chicken in the bowl and use tongs to make sure every piece is fully coated. Then, transfer them to a lightly oiled deep skillet or baking sheet. Scrape any leftover sauce over the top and scatter the onions around.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, about 25–30 minutes. Your kitchen will smell irresistible, by the way.

Step 5

Finally, remove the dish from the oven. Then, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve. Juicy, tangy, garlicky chicken ready to enjoy!

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About The Author

Jaime Borja

I've explored many different fields within physical therapy, including acute care and oncology at Troy Beaumont Hospital, elementary through high school levels in the Troy School District, and outpatient physical therapy. As the office manager and marketer, I am able to combine my love for health and exercise science with my people skills, all with a dash of marketing and personal training. My hobbies include spending time with friends and family, baking, crafting, and watching my favorite movies or tv shows.

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