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Baked Chicken with Dijon and Lime

This Baked Chicken with Dijon and Lime is a flavor-packed, easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 8 pieces chicken drumsticks skin removed
  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp light mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 1 lime lime squeezed and zest
  • 3/4 tsp black pepper
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • 1 tsp dried parsley

Instructions

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine Dijon mustard, light mayonnaise, crushed garlic, lime juice and zest, black pepper, and kosher salt. Whisk until well combined.
  • Step 3: Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss in the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  • Step 4: Transfer marinated chicken to a baking dish and bake for about 35-40 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Step 5: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes and sprinkle with dried parsley before serving.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Oven mitts

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate overnight for a more intense taste.
  • Use leftover marinade to baste the chicken during baking for added flavor.
  • This dish is great for meal prepping; it stores well and can be reheated.