Ingredients
Scale
Gathering your ingredients is the first step to culinary success. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups baby arugula or spinach
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup pecans, toasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
Feel free to swap the arugula for spinach if that’s what you have on hand, and pecans can be replaced with almonds for a different nutty twist.
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. This is your marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, but longer if you can (up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. My tip? Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing—it helps retain those delicious juices.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the peach salad. In a large bowl, combine sliced peaches, red onion, arugula, feta cheese, pecans, and fresh basil.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the salad and toss gently to combine. This brightens up the flavors and keeps the peaches from browning.
- Serve the grilled chicken over the peach salad, and drizzle with any extra marinade if desired for added flavor.
Cooking Tip: If you’re in a pinch and can’t grill, searing the chicken on a stovetop works just as well. It’s all about making it work for you in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Honey Mustard Chicken with Peach Salad, recipe, cooking, food
