Description
This Honey Mustard Chicken recipe features juicy, bone-in chicken thighs baked to perfection with a flavorful glaze of honey, Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, and garlic. The combination of sweet and savory notes makes it an ideal dish for an easy weeknight dinner that feels special.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 8 bone-in chicken thighs
Honey Mustard Glaze
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) to prepare for baking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare the chicken: Place the bone-in chicken thighs in a baking dish and pat them dry thoroughly using a paper towel. This step helps the skin crisp up during baking.
- Make the honey mustard glaze: In a small bowl, combine the honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir until well blended.
- Apply the glaze: Use a brush or spoon to liberally coat each chicken thigh with the honey mustard mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered for maximum flavor.
- Bake the chicken: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Bake until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 175°F (80°C), indicating it is fully cooked.
- Broil to crisp the skin: In the last 2 to 3 minutes of baking, switch on the top oven broiler to crisp and brown the skin for a deliciously appealing finish. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest briefly before serving hot with your preferred sides.
Notes
- These baked honey mustard chicken thighs offer a deliciously simple way to elevate your weeknight dinners.
- Patting the chicken dry before applying the glaze ensures crispier skin.
- Using fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme adds aromatic flavor that pairs beautifully with the honey mustard glaze.
- Keep a close watch during broiling to avoid burning the glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 371 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 343 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 142 mg
