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Apple Mustard Chicken (Healthy & Easy)

45 min.
Medium
Low

A balanced, flavorful dish with juicy chicken marinated in Dijon mustard, orange juice, andcharred apple flakes, finished in the air fryer and served with creamy mashed potatoes (withbutter)

Ingredients

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Boneless chicken Boneless chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 180 g each) or chicken thighs

Dijon mustard Dijon mustard

2 tbsp Dijon mustard

Fresh orange juice Fresh orange juice

1 cup fresh orange juice

Apples Apples

1 apple, thinly sliced and charred (tatemada), then finely chopped

Ground ginger Ground ginger

1 tsp ground ginger

Paprika Paprika

1 tsp paprika

Garlic powder Garlic powder

2 tsp garlic powder

Dried oregano Dried oregano

1/2 tsp dried oregano

Salt Salt

Salt to taste

Mashed potatoes Mashed potatoes

Mashed Potatoes, 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

Black pepper Black pepper

Black pepper, to taste


Preparation method

45 min.
  • 1
    Char the Apple

    Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Add the apple slices and char lightly on both sides until golden and aromatic. Remove, finely chop, and set aside.

  • 2
    Prepare the Marinade

    In a mixing bowl, combine Dijon mustard, orange juice, charred apple, ginger, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well integrated.

  • 3
    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken breasts to the bowl . Massage the marinade into the meat, ensuring even coverage. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.

  • 4
    Sear the Chicken

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a light oil spray. Sear the marinated chicken for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly golden. This step locks in juices and builds flavor.

  • 5
    Finish in the Air Fryer

    Transfer the chicken to the air fryer basket. Cook at 180°C / 360°F for 10 - 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C /165°F. Let rest for 2 minutes before slicing.

  • 6
    Mashed Potatoes

    Bake the potatoes in the air fryer until fork-tender with salt and olive oil(about 40 minutes). Place in a bowl. Add butter, salt, and pepper. Peel and Smash until smooth and creamy.

Serving: 4

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by Chef Marvin Piña
45 min.
Medium
Low

Apple Mustard Chicken (Healthy & Easy)

A balanced, flavorful dish with juicy chicken marinated in Dijon mustard, orange juice, andcharred apple flakes, finished in the air fryer and served with creamy mashed potatoes (withbutter)

Apple Mustard Chicken (Healthy & Easy)

45 min.
Medium
Low

A balanced, flavorful dish with juicy chicken marinated in Dijon mustard, orange juice, andcharred apple flakes, finished in the air fryer and served with creamy mashed potatoes (withbutter)

Ingredients

Boneless chicken Boneless chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 180 g each) or chicken thighs

Dijon mustard Dijon mustard

2 tbsp Dijon mustard

Fresh orange juice Fresh orange juice

1 cup fresh orange juice

Apples Apples

1 apple, thinly sliced and charred (tatemada), then finely chopped

Ground ginger Ground ginger

1 tsp ground ginger

Paprika Paprika

1 tsp paprika

Garlic powder Garlic powder

2 tsp garlic powder

Dried oregano Dried oregano

1/2 tsp dried oregano

Salt Salt

Salt to taste

Mashed potatoes Mashed potatoes

Mashed Potatoes, 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

Black pepper Black pepper

Black pepper, to taste


Preparation method

45 min.
  • 1
    Char the Apple

    Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Add the apple slices and char lightly on both sides until golden and aromatic. Remove, finely chop, and set aside.

  • 2
    Prepare the Marinade

    In a mixing bowl, combine Dijon mustard, orange juice, charred apple, ginger, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well integrated.

  • 3
    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken breasts to the bowl . Massage the marinade into the meat, ensuring even coverage. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.

  • 4
    Sear the Chicken

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a light oil spray. Sear the marinated chicken for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly golden. This step locks in juices and builds flavor.

  • 5
    Finish in the Air Fryer

    Transfer the chicken to the air fryer basket. Cook at 180°C / 360°F for 10 - 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C /165°F. Let rest for 2 minutes before slicing.

  • 6
    Mashed Potatoes

    Bake the potatoes in the air fryer until fork-tender with salt and olive oil(about 40 minutes). Place in a bowl. Add butter, salt, and pepper. Peel and Smash until smooth and creamy.

Serving: 4

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