Dijon-Herb Crusted Chicken Thighs

Name: Dijon-Herb Crusted Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs chicken thighs; 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp fresh thyme; 1 tsp fresh rosemary; 3 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 lemon; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Chicken thighs seared to golden perfection with a tangy Dijon crust, enhanced by fresh herbs and a touch of lemon for bright contrast.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs chicken thighs
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp fresh thyme
1 tsp fresh rosemary
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 lemon
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 3 tbsp all-purpose flour until smooth.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken thighs skin-side down, pressing gently to ensure even contact with the pan.
Step 4: Cook for 5 minutes until golden brown and skin is crisp, then flip. Spread the mustard mixture evenly over the top of each thigh.
Step 5: Transfer the skillet to a preheated 400°F oven and bake for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally. Squeeze 1/4 lemon over the top and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.