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Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs
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Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

Juicy chicken thighs coated in a homemade honey mustard sauce and baked until tender with delicious caramelized edges. This sweet and tangy chicken dinner is simple enough for a weeknight and pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables, potatoes, or rice.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Marinating30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baked Honey Mustard Chicken, Honey Dijon Chicken Thighs, Honey Mustard Chicken Marinade, Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs, Honey Mustard Sauce for Chicken, Hot Honey Chicken Thighs, Maple Mustard Chicken, Mustard Chicken Recipes
Servings: 6
Calories: 280kcal

Ingredients

  • For the Chicken
  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • For the Honey Mustard Sauce
  • ⅓ cup Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Make the sauce: Whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, paprika, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
  • Marinate: Place the chicken in a bowl and pour the sauce over it. Toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven: Heat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and arrange the chicken in a single layer.
  • Bake: Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the thickest part reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Caramelize: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for deeper color and caramelized edges. Watch closely because the honey can brown quickly.
  • Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use Dijon mustard for the best balance of tangy and savory flavor.
  • For spicier chicken, add cayenne pepper or hot honey.
  • For maple mustard chicken, replace the honey with maple syrup.
  • The sauce can also be used with chicken wings or chicken breasts.
  • If reserving sauce for serving, keep it separate from the raw chicken marinade.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Protein: 26 g
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 130 mg
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 10 g