Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs

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Crispy-skinned chicken thighs with a sticky-sweet honey-mustard glaze that caramelizes beautifully under the broiler. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 28 minutes pairs chicken thighs, Dijon mustard, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 18 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 16 oz chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp garlic powder. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Place chicken thighs skin-side down in hot skillet and cook undisturbed for 8 minutes until skin is deeply golden and crispy, then flip and cook for 4 more minutes.
  3. Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl. Pour mixture over chicken, nestling thyme sprigs around the edges. Transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and broil for 5 minutes until glaze bubbles and caramelizes slightly.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven, let rest for 3 minutes, then serve with pan juices spooned over the top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs take to make?

Total time is about 28 minutes (10 min prep + 18 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 Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs?

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 Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs?

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 Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs 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 Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs?

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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