Whole30 Honey-Less Honey Mustard Chicken
If you’re looking for some *zing* for your next backyard picnic or cookout, I’m telling you, you need to try this honey-less honey mustard chicken. It’s made with no honey at all and it has everything you love for your next summer celebration.
Whole30 Honey-less Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe
This grilled chicken platter is just perfect for summer entertaining! It’s filled with delicious ingredients anybody would love, but it’s all also totally Whole30 compliant. Yes, you can make a honey mustard sauce without honey — and it taste super close to the real thing.
A chicken recipe doesn’t have to be complicated, and this one is made with just a few great ingredients. Classic Dijon Mustard, dates, oil, apple cider vinegar, and seasonings. It doesn’t get any easier, or more delicious. than that!
I love when it’s nice to sit outside, fire up the grill, and play soft music while soaking up the little bits of the day’s sunshine. This is one of those easy meals that ensures you can enjoy your family time instead of prepping food for hours on end.
If you don’t need an exclusively honey-free marinade, the one used for these honey mustard chicken drumsticks would work, too! But wow this Whole30 honey-less honey mustard marinade is incredible! So whip up that delicious sauce and fire up the grill, it’s time to make this honey-less honey mustard chicken.
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
A good Whole30 chicken recipe never gets old. This one is extra fun since you get to create a special marinade:
- Make this recipe for your Father’s Day cookout, for the Fourth of July, really any time, because it’s just that good. It’s a fantastic dish for parties, a crowd favorite for sure.
- This is a wonderful meal prep recipe! Marinate the chicken ahead of time and then cook it, or prep the grilled chicken and then reheat later in the week.
- It only takes 15 minutes to cook this honey-less honey mustard chicken. The prep time takes a bit of work, but once it’s ready to go then you can just throw it on the grill.
Ingredients
The honey-less honey mustard marinade is the star of the show, of course! It’s 100% Paleo, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, plus unbelievably tasty! I use something similar in one of my Whole30 chicken marinade recipes. Here’s what you need to make it:
Marinade Ingredients
- olive oil
- dijon mustard
- dates
- apple cider vinegar
- lemon juice
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- paprika
- chicken breast
Chicken Platter Ingredients
- grilled marinated chicken
- Whole30 compliant bacon
- boiled eggs
- baby spinach
- slices tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion
Substitutions and Variations
This marinade will work to make honey-less honey mustard chicken thighs! You can also use chicken tenders in this marinade too.
Balsamic vinegar and white wine vinegar are great swaps for apple cider vinegar.
Don’t have dijon mustard? Spicy brown mustard, stone ground mustard and regular yellow mustard will all work.
Avocado oil is a great swap for extra virgin olive oil!
How to Make Whole30 Honey Mustard Chicken
There are a few separate steps to making this chicken, but everything is actually really easy. Whip up dinner that the whole family will love! Here’s how to make this great recipe:
1. Make the Honey-Less Mustard Marinade
Soak the dates in hot water for about 5 minutes, or until softened slightly, then drain the water.
Add all of the marinade ingredients to a high powered blender or food processor. Pulse until combined, then blend on high until smooth. Thin with water if necessary to get your desired texture.
Note: This is just one of my favorite chicken marinades. As you can see in this pic, I like to marinate in plastic zipper-locking bags.
2. Marinate the Chicken
Pour ¼ of the honey-less mustard marinade over the chicken, turning to coat. Cover and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
3. Cook the Eggs
Boil the eggs to your desired doneness:
- For a soft boiled egg: Fill a small pot with cold water and salt it generously. Add the eggs carefully and turn the heat to medium-low. Bring the water to a simmer, then set the timer for 6 minutes. Remove and set in an ice bath until cooled enough to handle.
- If you’d rather a hard-boiled egg: Follow the same instructions, but simmer for 10 minutes instead. Then remove and set in an ice bath.
Roll the eggs to crack the shells and peel the eggs completely. Slice in half to serve.
4. Cook the Bacon
Add the bacon to a cold skillet. Turn the heat to medium, and cook the bacon until crispy, turning as needed. You can also cook bacon in an air fryer for an extra easy method!
5. Grill the Chicken and Prep Veggies
Preheat your grill to medium heat and then lightly oil the grill, then add the chicken breasts.
Cook for about 15 minutes total, turning once halfway through. Allow the chicken to rest before slicing it and then serve. As the chicken cooks, slice the tomatoes, cucumbers, herbs, and lemon.
6. Assemble the Dish
All that’s left is to assemble the dish! Add all the ingredients to a large serving platter with the honey-less honey mustard chicken marinade. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and torn basil leaves. Enjoy!
How to Store Leftover Grilled Chicken
Transfer cooled chicken to an airtight container or plastic zip-top bag. Then store in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw before reheating. Reheat in the oven for best results — heat until the meat reaches a safe internal temperature.
What to Serve with Whole30 Honey Mustard Chicken
I love serving this honey mustard chicken with the platter of veggies, bacon, and hard boiled eggs. But you can serve just the marinated grilled chicken with other sides! Air fryer sweet potato fries and ranch potatoes go wonderfully with the flavors of this chicken.
For an extra summery side dish, serve it alongside this broccoli ranch slaw. Need a quick side to serve? These air fryer frozen green beans are great. Oh and this bacon potato salad without mayo is a great side doo.
Tips for Success
Check out these few tips on honey mustard chicken so that it turns out perfect for dinner tonight:
- Always use fresh squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor and most consistent results with flavor. The bottled stuff just doesn’t cut it!
- Never save or reuse marinade that has touched raw chicken. It needs to be discarded.
- Trim the chicken breasts so that they are all an even thickness. This will ensure they finish cooking at the same time and don’t dry out.
FAQ
You can absolutely bake this recipe in the oven at 350°F (177°C) for 20-30 minutes. You can also pan sear each chicken breast on the stove top in a skillet with oil. There are always multiple ways to cook chicken!
Yes! Mix together all of the marinade ingredients and transfer to an airtight container or a mason jar. Store in the fridge for up to a week. Give it a good shake before using!
Summer Favorite Recipes
- Grilled Halibut with Strawberry Guacamole
- Marinated Pork Chops with Garlic Scapes
- Blackened Salmon with Peach Salsa
- Broccoli and Bacon Salad
You should really check out those recipes. They’re all Whole30 compliant, too!
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Whole30 Honey-Less Honey Mustard Chicken
Ingredients
Party Platter
- 2 lb. chicken breasts
- 2-4 eggs
- 10 ounces nitrate-free and sugar-free bacon
- 4-6 cups baby spinach
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 cucumber
- ½ red onion
- 1 lemon
- 8-10 basil leaves
- Salt and Pepper
Honey-Less Mustard Marinade
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ⅓ cup Silver Spring Foods Classic Dijon Mustard
- ½ cup dates
- 1 Tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoons Salt
- ⅛ teaspoons Black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoons Garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoons Paprika
Instructions
Make the Honey-Less Mustard Marinade
- Soak the dates in hot water for about 5 minutes, or until softened slightly. Drain the water.
- Add all ingredients to a high powered blender or food processor. Pulse until combined, then blend on high until smooth. Thin with water if necessary to get your desired texture.
Marinate the Chicken
- Pour ¼ of the Honey-Less Mustard Marinade over the chicken, turning to coat. Cover and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
Cook the Eggs (Boil the eggs to your desired doneness)
- For Soft Boiled: Fill a small pot with cold water and salt it generously. Add the eggs carefully and turn the heat to medium-low.
- Bring the water to a simmer, then set the timer for 6 minutes. Remove and set in an ice bath until cooled enough to handle.
- For Hard Boiled: Follow the same instructions, but simmer for 10 minutes.
Cook the Bacon
- Add the bacon to a cold skillet. Turn the heat to medium, and cook the bacon until crispy, turning.
Grill the Chicken
- Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 400).
- Lightly oil the grill, then add the chicken breasts.
- Cook for about 15 minutes total, turning once halfway through.
- Allow the chicken to rest before slicing it.
Prep the Vegetables
- As the chicken cooks, slice the tomatoes, cucumbers, herbs, and lemon.
Assemble the Dish
- Add all the ingredients to a large serving platter with the Honey-Less Mustard Marinade. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and torn basil leaves. Enjoy!
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