Johnson's Spiced Honey-Mustard Chicken

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A sweet-savory chicken dish with paprika and cumin, honoring America's second most common surname and diverse culinary heritage. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 35 minutes pairs skinless 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 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.

★ 3.6 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry; in a bowl, mix 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1.5 tsp paprika, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
  2. Step 2: Coat chicken thighs evenly with the honey-mustard mixture; let marinate 10 minutes while preheating oven to 400°F.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken in a single layer and sear 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to oven and bake 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and sauce is bubbling.
  5. Step 5: Rest chicken 5 minutes before serving; spoon pan sauce over top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Johnson's Spiced Honey-Mustard Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Johnson's Spiced Honey-Mustard Chicken?

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 skinless chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Johnson's Spiced Honey-Mustard Chicken?

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 Johnson's Spiced Honey-Mustard Chicken 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 Johnson's Spiced Honey-Mustard Chicken?

American quick meals 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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