Baked Chicken Dijon With Swiss Cheese Recipe

Enjoy this quick and easy Dijon chicken bake recipe, perfect for busy weeknights! Tender chicken breasts are smothered in a creamy Dijon mustard sauce and topped with melted Swiss cheese for a flavor explosion that's ready in under an hour. A simple, satisfying, and delicious meal the whole family will love!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 246 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Baked Chicken Dijon With Swiss Cheese

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Baked Chicken Dijon With Swiss Cheese

  • Nonfat Plain Yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • Garlic Clove
  • Dried Thyme
  • Salt
  • Fresh Ground Pepper
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

How to Make Baked Chicken Dijon With Swiss Cheese

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons white wine (optional), 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Place 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total) in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle chicken lightly with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the Dijon sauce evenly over the chicken breasts.
  6. Bake uncovered for 35 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese over the chicken.
  8. Bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

27g

Carbs

0g