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Honey Mustard Chicken

Sweet and Savory Honey Mustard Chicken in Under 45 Minutes

Honey Mustard Chicken is a sweet and savory weeknight meal ready in under 45 minutes, perfect for busy families.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in Chicken Thighs Choose skin-on for crispy texture
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup is a great substitute
  • 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard Can substitute with yellow mustard
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) More garlic elevates flavor
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can be swapped for any light cooking oil
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Rosemary Use dried rosemary (1 tsp) if unavailable
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Dried thyme (1 tsp) is suitable alternative

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey Mustard Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry and arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and olive oil, followed by rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat each chicken thigh with the marinade fully.
  5. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the skin turns golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 175°F (80°C).
  6. Broil for the last 2 to 3 minutes for an extra crispy finish.
  7. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat the chicken dry before marinating for crispy skin. Marinate longer for deeper flavors if desired.

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