Description

This Baked Apple Honey Dijon Chicken Breasts recipe features juicy, tender chicken breasts baked with a flavorful blend of spices and tender apple slices. The dish is finished with a luscious apple honey dijon glaze that caramelizes in the oven for a sweet and tangy coating. Perfect for a comforting yet elegant meal, it pairs beautifully with salads, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasonings

4 large organic chicken breasts, bone-in (can also use boneless, see notes for cooking time adjustment)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp On Everything All-Purpose Blend seasoning
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Apple and Sauce

1 medium apple, sliced (skin on, see blog for best apple types)
1 cup organic chicken stock
1/2 cup raw honey
2 tbsp dijon mustard
1 medium apple, sliced
1/4 cup organic chicken stock

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Instructions

Prep + Season Chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly grease a non-stick griddle pan or a large oven-safe cast iron skillet. In a large bowl, combine cleaned and rinsed chicken breasts with olive oil and the seasoning blend—sea salt, On Everything All-Purpose Blend, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and ground cinnamon. Toss well to coat each piece evenly.
Score the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on a cutting board and make small 1-inch slits or cuts across the top of each breast. This helps the marinade and glaze penetrate the meat deeply for more flavor.
Marinate (Optional but Recommended): Transfer the seasoned chicken into a sealable ziplock bag and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, ideally overnight, to maximize flavor. When ready to bake, allow the chicken to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
Arrange for Baking: Place the chicken breasts side-by-side in your prepared pan. Arrange the sliced apples around and between the chicken pieces. If you are adding vegetables like potatoes or butternut squash, tuck them in now so they cook evenly.
Add Stock and Bake: Pour 1 cup of chicken stock around the chicken and apples. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the chicken is golden brown, crispy on the outside, and cooked through inside. In the last 15 minutes of baking, you will add the glaze.
Make Apple Honey Dijon Glaze: While the chicken bakes, combine raw honey, dijon mustard, sliced apples, and 1/4 cup chicken stock in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low and simmer 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens smoothly. Remove from heat.
Apply Glaze and Finish Baking: Spoon the glaze generously over the chicken and apples in the pan, ensuring everything is coated. Optionally save some glaze for serving. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the glaze caramelizes and melds with the chicken.
Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and let the chicken cool slightly. Spoon any remaining glaze on top before serving. Pair with salad, pasta, basmati or brown rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Enjoy Your Meal! Dig in and savor the harmonious blend of sweet apple, tangy dijon, and savory spices in every bite.

Notes

For boneless chicken breasts, reduce the initial baking time to about 25-30 minutes since they cook faster.
Using bone-in chicken lends more flavor and juiciness but requires longer baking.
Leaving apple skin on adds texture and nutrients; Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala apples work best.
Marinating the chicken intensifies the flavor—if short on time, season just before cooking.
If adding root vegetables like potatoes or squash, cut evenly sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
Letting the chicken rest after baking helps retain juices for a moist meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes initial baking + 15 minutes glazing
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American