Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Honey Glaze

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Juicy chicken thighs wrapped in smoky bacon and brushed with a sweet and tangy mustard-honey glaze, baked until caramelized. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs strips bacon strips, Dijon mustard, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 6 American cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs. Wrap each thigh with 1 strip of bacon, securing with toothpicks if needed.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the bacon-wrapped chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side until the bacon is starting to crisp.
  4. Step 4: Brush the mustard-honey glaze generously over each chicken thigh. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the glaze is caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with your favorite sides.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Honey Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Honey Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep strips bacon strips from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Honey Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Honey Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Honey Glaze?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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