Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes

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Crispy chicken thighs coated in sweet-tangy honey-mustard glaze, served with golden roasted potatoes. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 438 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.

★ 4.5 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 438 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Step 2: Pat chicken thighs dry, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp dried thyme in a bowl.
  4. Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken thighs skin-side down, cook 5 minutes until golden.
  5. Step 5: Flip chicken, add 1.5 lb halved baby potatoes around chicken, drizzle with mustard-honey mixture, pour 1/2 cup chicken broth around potatoes.
  6. Step 6: Transfer skillet to oven, roast 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender and golden.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes?

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-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes?

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 Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes 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-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes?

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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