Honey Dijon Shredded Chicken (Dutch Oven)

This recipe for Honey Dijon Shredded Chicken has the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors.

Made with boneless and skinless chicken breast, this versatile dish goes great when served with Sheet Pan Maple Roasted Carrots and Sprouts or as a sandwich in Homemade Pita Bread .

What makes Honey Dijon Chicken so good?

Honey Dijon Chicken has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, thanks to the honey and dijon mustard, making for tender chicken that has a depth of flavor that is both savory and comforting.

I like how versatile the shredded chicken is as it can be enjoyed as is with vegetables on the side or as part of a great tasting salad or sandwich.

Have you tried my recipe for Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

Made with skinless chicken breasts brushed with a seasoned olive oil marinade and then topped with a fresh tomato based topping, that simple grilled recipe is a delicious and satisfying meal in itself.Both this recipe for Shredded Chicken and that recipe for Bruschetta chicken are Mediterranean diet friendly recipes that taste great!

Beef consomme is used a base ingredient in this recipe. You can find beef consomme here.

What you need to make to make Easy Honey Dijon Chicken.

• Beef Consomme More concentrated than broth, this adds moisture and flavor to this recipe.
• Olive Oil A neutral oil, such as Avocado Oil, can be used as an alternative.
• Light Brown Sugar. Adds flavor and a bit of caramelizing to the chicken.
• Honey Dijon Mustard. Brings that honey and dijon flavoring to this recipe.
• Seasonings. Smoked Paprika, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Salt, Ground Black Pepper, and Chili Powder.
• Chicken. Boneless and Skinless Chicken Breasts

How to make Honey Dijon Shredded Chicken

• Prep Time 15 minutes.
• Bake Time 60 minutes .
• Servings 12 .
• How to serve : Serve over rice or with vegetables on the side. Leftovers taste great on a salad or in a sandwich.
• Notes: You will need a Oven Safe Dutch Oven, Good Pair of Oven Mitts, a whisk, meat thermometer, and two forks.

1. Prepare. Preheat your oven to 375f. You can spray your Dutch oven with nonstick if desired.
2. Combined. Use a whisk to combine together the beef consomme, olive oil, light brown sugar, and dijon mustard. Then add the seasonings (smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and chili powder).
3. Chicken Add the chicken to the Dutch oven and then use a fork to poke holes in the chicken four times. Use a spoon to spoon some of the liquid over the chicken.
4. Bake. Cover the Dutch oven and bake the chicken for 45 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165f.
5. Shred. Carefully take the Dutch oven out of the oven and then bump the temperature up to 400f. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board or similar item and then use two fork to shred the chicken. Once the chicken has been shredded you can place it back into the Dutch oven and mix it with the other ingredients.
6. Finish Place the Dutch oven back into the oven, uncovered, and bake for 15 minutes.
7. Rest. Let the chicken rest in the Dutch oven for 10 minutes before serving to allow the juices to soak in.

Tips for making the best Honey Dijon Shredded Chicken

Boneless skinless chicken breasts are used in this recipe as a leaner option. You could however use skinless chicken thighs for a more moist and flavorful chicken or even a mix of breast and thighs as a compromise.

More helpful tips for you.

1. Light brown sugar is used to aid in the caramelizing and add a bit of sweet flavor to this chicken. A sugar alternative, that can caramelize can be used instead.
2. Beef Consomme is used as a base in this recipe. You alternatively use a broth such as chicken broth or a low sodium version.
3. If the liquid seems to be too thin or runny when you take the chicken out for shredding, keep in mind that you will be returning it to the oven to continue baking uncovered. This should allow the liquid to thicken.

How to Store Honey Dijon Shredded Chicken

Once the chicken has fully cooled it can be stored in an airtight container. When properly stored, it should keep for up to four days when refrigerated or frozen for up to a few months. Storing the chicken in the sauce can help keep it moist.

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