Baked Honey Dijon Mustard Chicken Thighs Recipe

These crispy but tender juicy honey mustard chicken thighs are topped with a delicious honey mustard sauce made with fresh herbs and spices. Baked to perfection in under 1 hour.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings

Calories 355kcal

Author Rebecca Taig

Ingredients

8 bone-in chicken thighs
2 tablespoons (42 grams) honey
2 tablespoons (30 grams) stone ground mustard
2 tablespoons (30 grams) Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Prep the chicken. Place the chicken thighs in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Pat them dry with a paper towel. This will help to ensure crispier skin!
Pro Tip: Allow them to rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes helps with even cooking and extra crispness.
Make the sauce. In a small bowl, stir together the honey, mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, mined rosemary, minced thyme, salt, and pepper.
Coat the chicken. Brush or spoon the honey mustard sauce over the top of the chicken thighs, evenly coating each piece.
Bake the chicken thighs. Place the chicken thighs in the oven at 350°F to bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and registers 175°F. Turn the oven to high broil.
Broil the thighs for 2-3 minutes until the tops are brown and crisp.

Notes

How do I know when the chicken is cooked through?

The best way to ensure the chicken is fully cooked is by using an instant-read thermometer. The minimum temperature of the cooked chicken should be 175°F (80°C).

Can I substitute chicken breasts or skinless thighs?

Adjust the baking time. Boneless skinless chicken breasts and boneless thighs should have an internal temperature reaching 165°F, which will be achieved in about 30 minutes.

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