This honey mustard marinade is sweet, tangy, and just a little savory. It’s the perfect mix of mustardy zip and sticky-sweet honey. I love using it on chicken, pork, or even roasted veggies—and it only takes a few minutes to whip up.
Why I Love This Recipe
This recipe brings me back to weeknight dinners with my mom. She’d coat chicken in honey mustard, pop it in the oven, and dinner was done. Now I use it as a marinade, and it’s even better. The flavor soaks right in and gives you juicy, flavorful meat every time.
Here’s why it’s a regular in my kitchen:
- 🍯 Sweet, tangy, and crowd-pleasing
- ⏱️ Just 5 minutes to make
- 🍗 Works great for grilling, baking, or sautéing
- 🧊 Doubles as a dipping sauce (just save some before marinating)
- 💛 Kid-approved flavor that adults love too
⏰ Time to Make: 5 minutes
🍽️ Enough For: 1.5 to 2 pounds of chicken, pork, or veggies
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
How to Make Honey Mustard Marinade
1. Add Mustard and Honey
In a bowl or jar, combine Dijon mustard and honey.
2. Add Vinegar and Olive Oil
Pour in the apple cider vinegar and olive oil.
3. Stir in Garlic, Salt & Pepper
Add minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
4. Whisk It Up
Whisk everything together until creamy and fully combined.
5. Use or Store It
Use it to marinate chicken, pork, or veggies for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours). Store leftover marinade (unused) in the fridge up to 1 week.
What to Serve With It
Once your chicken or pork is grilled or baked, try these on the side:
- 🥔 Roasted potatoes or sweet potato fries
- 🥗 Simple green salad or coleslaw
- 🌽 Corn on the cob or grilled asparagus
- 🍚 White rice or couscous
- 🥖 Crusty bread to soak up the extra sauce
FAQ
Can I use yellow mustard instead of Dijon?
You can, but it’ll taste milder and slightly sweeter. Still yummy!
Can I use this as a dipping sauce?
Yep—just set some aside before you marinate anything raw.
How long should I marinate?
30 minutes minimum. 2–4 hours is perfect. Overnight is fine for thicker cuts.
Can I bake the chicken in the marinade?
Absolutely! Just spoon some extra on top halfway through baking.
Can I use this on tofu or veggies?
Yes! It’s great on roasted Brussels sprouts, carrots, or grilled tofu.
Enjoy!
This Honey Mustard Marinade is sweet, tangy, and full of flavor that soaks right in. It’s easy, reliable, and makes every bite taste like comfort food with a twist. 🍯🍗🔥