Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple Roasted Veggies

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Crispy, flavorful chicken thighs with a sticky-sweet honey-mustard glaze, served alongside tender roasted carrots and sweet potatoes for a complete weeknight dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey 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.

★ 3.8 (12 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place skin-side down in a large oven-safe skillet, pressing gently to ensure even contact with the pan.
  2. Step 2: Sear chicken over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes until skin is golden brown and crisp; flip and cook 3 minutes more. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add carrots and sweet potatoes to the skillet with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss until vegetables are coated and begin to sizzle.
  4. Step 4: Roast in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are fork-tender and caramelized at the edges.
  5. Step 5: Whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, and maple syrup in a small bowl. Pour over chicken and vegetables in the skillet, then return to oven for 5 minutes until sauce is bubbly and glaze has thickened slightly.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple Roasted Veggies take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Maple Roasted Veggies?

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 Maple Roasted Veggies?

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 Maple Roasted Veggies 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 Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple Roasted Veggies?

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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