Grilled Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and tangy honey-mustard glaze, grilled alongside scallions for a smoky finish. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 bone-in chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or container and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill skin-side down for 6-8 minutes until crispy and charred, then flip and grill for another 6-8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Step 4: During the last 5 minutes of cooking, lay 6 whole scallions on the grill and char them, turning occasionally until tender and slightly blackened.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken and scallions from grill, rest chicken for 5 minutes, then serve with grilled scallions and lemon wedges for squeezing over.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Grilled Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions?

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 honey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions?

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 Grilled Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Grilled Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions?

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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