Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Broccoli
Juicy chicken thighs pan-seared and finished with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze, served alongside roasted broccoli with garlic and lemon zest. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs (about 1.5 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 420 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 3 cups broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, and the zest of 1 lemon until evenly coated. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, pat dry 4 bone-in chicken thighs and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes without moving until skin is golden and crisp.
- Step 3: Flip chicken thighs and cook for another 6 minutes until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium and add 1 minced garlic clove to the skillet; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 2 tsp fresh lemon juice. Cook for 2 minutes until glaze thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the honey mustard glaze over them. Cook for 1-2 minutes more to coat and warm through.
- Step 6: Serve the glazed chicken thighs with the roasted broccoli on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Broccoli?
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 Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Broccoli?
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 Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Broccoli 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 Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze and Roasted Broccoli?
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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