Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

Ingredients

Chicken and Marinade

• 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
• ⅓ cup dijon mustard
• ¼ cup honey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Kosher salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons honey (for basting)
• 3 tablespoons dijon mustard (for basting)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for basting)

Broccoli

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Kosher salt and pepper to taste
• Garlic powder to taste

Garnish

• Chives, for garnish

Instructions

1. Place the chicken thighs in a bowl or resealable plastic bag. Whisk together ⅓ cup dijon mustard, ¼ cup honey, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best flavor.
2. About 20 minutes before grilling, take the chicken out of the fridge to bring it to room temperature. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons honey with 3 tablespoons dijon mustard for basting during grilling (optional but adds great flavor).
3. Place the broccoli florets in a bowl, drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add a generous pinch of kosher salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss well to coat evenly.
4. Preheat the grill to high heat. Place the seasoned broccoli on a grill pan or a foil tray with edges to keep them contained. If using foil, layer 2 or 3 sheets and fold edges to form a tray.
5. Place the chicken on the grill. Grill each side for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. In the last 2 to 3 minutes of grilling, brush the chicken with the honey mustard basting sauce.
6. While chicken is cooking, place the broccoli tray on the grill alongside. Close the grill lid and toss the broccoli every few minutes to achieve even charring and golden color. This should take about 10 minutes.
7. Remove chicken and broccoli from the grill. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. Garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately.

Notes

• Marinating the chicken overnight intensifies the flavor and tenderness.
• If you don’t have a grill pan, aluminum foil trays work well for grilling broccoli.
• Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
• The basting sauce is optional but adds a delicious glaze and extra flavor to the chicken.
• Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with boneless chicken breasts, adjusting grilling time accordingly.
• For a smokier flavor, add a small amount of smoked paprika to the marinade or broccoli seasoning.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 600mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 20g