Oven-Baked Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs

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Tender oven-baked chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze, perfect for a comforting family dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Place chicken thighs skin side up on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each thigh generously with the honey mustard glaze.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Halfway through baking, baste the chicken with additional glaze from the pan.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 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 Oven-Baked Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs?

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 salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs?

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 Oven-Baked Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs 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 Oven-Baked Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs?

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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