Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Potatoes

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Juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy honey-mustard glaze, served alongside crispy roasted potatoes seasoned with fresh herbs. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 45 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels; season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, then sear chicken skin-side down for 8 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook 4 more minutes.
  2. Step 2: Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, cooking for 1 minute until bubbly. Add 1.5 lbs quartered red potatoes, 1 tsp chopped rosemary, 1 tsp chopped thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; toss to coat.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, skin-side up, and bake uncovered at 400°F for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and potatoes are tender and crispy.
  5. Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with pan juices.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (10 min prep + 45 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 Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb 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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb 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 Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb 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.

Is Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Potatoes 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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