Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Rice
Tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet-tangy glaze, served over aromatic rice infused with garlic and fresh herbs. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on, about 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in 1 cup rice and cook for 1 minute to toast.
- Step 4: Pour in 2 cups chicken broth, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp honey, then return chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up.
- Step 5: Cover and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Step 6: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh thyme and 1 tbsp fresh parsley before serving.
Equipment for this recipe
Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Rice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 with Garlic Herb Rice?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Rice?
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 with Garlic Herb Rice 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.
Is Honey-Glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Rice gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
