Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Maple Mustard Glaze
Tender chicken thighs wrapped in smoky bacon and glazed with a sweet and tangy maple mustard sauce, perfect for a comforting meal. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, bacon slices, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 6 bacon slices
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Season 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika evenly.
- Step 2: Wrap each seasoned chicken thigh with 1 slice of bacon, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add bacon-wrapped chicken thighs and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until bacon is lightly browned.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup maple syrup and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard.
- Step 5: Brush the maple mustard glaze generously over the chicken thighs.
- Step 6: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and bacon is crispy.
- Step 7: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve with remaining glaze spooned on top.









