Honey Mustard Chicken Marinade
Honey mustard recipe marinade for chicken
Equipment
- ziplock bags or food saver bags
Ingredients
- 2 lb Chicken chicken breast or chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp vinegar red wine prefered
- 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh squeezed
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl or directly in a freezer-safe bag, combine the honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, garlic & onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.Add the chicken and toss to coat evenly. From here, you can cook it right away or freeze.
Notes
Mustard Variations (Use What You Have)
This marinade is flexible, so don’t stress if you don’t have Dijon on hand:- Yellow mustard: Milder and slightly sweeter — great for picky eaters
- Spicy brown mustard: Adds a little heat and depth
- Whole-grain mustard: More texture and a gourmet feel
- Honey mustard: Swap part of the honey and mustard for convenience
Freezer Stash Instructions
This marinade is ideal for freezer cooking. To freeze:Add all ingredients and chicken to a freezer-safe bag. Remove as much air as possible, seal, and freeze flat. Freezer life:
- Best quality for up to 3 months
- Still safe up to 4 months, but flavor is best before that
Transfer to the refrigerator and thaw overnight. Cook as directed above. Freezing the chicken in the marinade means the flavor develops as it thaws — less work, more payoff.