Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Carrots

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Crispy-skinned chicken thighs coated in a sweet-tangy honey-mustard glaze, served with caramelized carrots. This international-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken thighs, carrots, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.6 (15 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 International cuisine 385 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry and season with 1/8 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
  2. Step 2: Toss carrots with 1/2 tsp olive oil, 1/8 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1/2 tsp olive oil. Brush half the mixture over chicken thighs.
  4. Step 4: Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on the baking sheet with carrots. Brush remaining glaze over chicken. Bake for 25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and carrots are tender.
  5. Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with pan juices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Carrots take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Carrots?

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 chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Carrots?

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 Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Carrots for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Carrots?

International 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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