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Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs – Easy Baked Recipe

Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs are bone-in chicken thighs baked with a sweet and tangy honey Dijon glaze. Season the chicken, coat it with honey mustard sauce, and bake at 400°F until cooked through. Finish under the broiler for a glossy, caramelized exterior.

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American-inspired

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 8 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Honey Mustard Sauce

  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Fresh thyme or parsley optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels.
  • Season the chicken on all sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Arrange the thighs skin-side up in a large baking dish, leaving a little space between each piece when possible.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, and dried thyme until smooth and well combined.
  • Spoon the honey mustard mixture evenly over the chicken thighs, lightly coating each piece.
  • Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part without touching the bone.
  • Switch the oven to broil. Broil for 2–4 minutes, watching carefully, until the skin is lightly browned and the honey mustard glaze looks glossy and caramelized.
  • Remove the Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  • Spoon some of the flavorful pan sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley before serving, if desired.

Notes

This oven baked chicken thighs recipe pairs especially well with mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, steamed rice, couscous, or roasted vegetables.
For a lighter meal, serve the chicken alongside green beans, broccoli, asparagus, or a simple garden salad.
Fresh rosemary can replace thyme for a slightly more aromatic flavor. You can also add a small amount of lemon juice to the sauce if you prefer extra brightness.