Baked mustard-coated chicken breasts

2 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
tablespoonDijon mustard
tablespoonOlive oil
1eachGarlic clove, minced
¼teaspoonDried tarragon
1cupFresh whole wheat breadcrumbs
2eachesBoneless chicken breast halves (about 5-oz. each)
Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 450 F. Lightly oil heavy baking sheet. Whisk together Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, and tarragon in small bowl.

Place breadcrumbs in pie pan. Season chicken with salt and pepper.

Spread mustard mixture over both sides of chicken. Dip chicken into breadcrumbs, turning to coat completely. place chicken on prepared baking sheet. Baked until chicken is cooked through and crumb coating is golden brown, about 14 minutes. Transfer chicken to plates.

Garnish with parsley, if desired, and serve. Serves 2; Can Be Doubled Posted by: Steve Herrick Source: [Bon Appetit, June 1994] Submitted By STEVE HERRICK On 03-22-95