Honey-Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus

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Crispy, golden chicken thighs glazed with a sweet-tangy honey-mustard sauce, served alongside tender roasted asparagus for a balanced, family-friendly meal. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 38 minutes pairs skin-on chicken thighs, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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: 28 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat 1.5 lb chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp dried thyme in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the honey-mustard mixture evenly over the chicken.
  4. Step 4: Toss 1.5 lb trimmed asparagus with 1 tsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then arrange around the chicken.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 25-28 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crisp, basting twice with pan juices.
  6. Step 6: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with the roasted asparagus.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 38 minutes (10 min prep + 28 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-Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus?

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 skin-on chicken thighs from drying out.

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

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-Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus 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-Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus 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.

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