Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Rosemary

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Juicy chicken thighs pan-seared to golden perfection and coated with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze infused with fresh rosemary. This french-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs olive oil, 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 French cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin side down and cook for 7-8 minutes until skin is deep golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook an additional 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, and 2 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low, pour the honey mustard glaze over chicken thighs, and cook for 3-4 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken frequently until the glaze thickens and coats the meat. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Rosemary take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 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 Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Rosemary?

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 Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Rosemary?

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 Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Rosemary 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.

Is Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Rosemary gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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