Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Dijon Honey Mustard Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

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Juicy chicken thighs pan-seared to golden perfection and finished with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze inspired by regional flavors. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on 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 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: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add chicken thighs skin-side down. Sear for 7-8 minutes without moving until skin is crisp and golden brown.
Step 3: Flip chicken thighs and cook for another 6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
Step 4: While chicken cooks, whisk 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme in a small bowl until smooth.
Step 5: Remove chicken from skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Pour the honey mustard glaze into the skillet and simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened and aromatic.
Step 6: Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning glaze over the top, and cook for an additional 1 minute to coat and warm through before serving.