Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes
Tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet-tangy honey-mustard sauce, paired with naturally sweet roasted sweet potatoes for a balanced, family-approved meal. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 380 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, Dijon mustard, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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
- 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat the 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels; season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, then arrange them in the slow cooker bottom.
- Step 2: Place the 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes, around the chicken.
- Step 3: Whisk together 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder in a bowl; pour evenly over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 4: Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the top and pour 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth around the slow cooker edges.
- Step 5: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours until chicken is fork-tender and potatoes are easily pierced.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 380 minutes (20 min prep + 360 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 Sweet 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 dijon mustard from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Sweet 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 Sweet 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 Sweet Potatoes?
American slow cooker 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
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My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
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Simple and delicious.
