Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs with Grilled Pineapple

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Juicy chicken thighs brushed with a sticky honey-mustard glaze paired with caramelized grilled pineapple slices for a sweet and savory combo. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs bone-in, 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 350 calories and feeds 6, 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: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 1/4 cup honey, 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a glaze.
  2. Step 2: Pat 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry and brush both sides generously with half of the honey-mustard glaze. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium heat. Brush 1 medium peeled pineapple sliced into 1/2-inch rings with 2 tbsp olive oil.
  4. Step 4: Place chicken thighs skin side down on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes until skin is golden and crispy, then flip and brush with remaining glaze. Grill another 6-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Step 5: While chicken finishes, grill pineapple rings 2-3 minutes per side until grill marks appear and pineapple caramelizes.
  6. Step 6: Serve chicken thighs topped with grilled pineapple slices for a balanced sweet-savory dish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs with Grilled Pineapple take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 Grilled Pineapple?

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 honey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs with Grilled Pineapple?

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 Grilled Pineapple for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Glazed Chicken Thighs with Grilled Pineapple?

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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