Skillet Maple-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-31 · Updated 2026-07-31

Juicy chicken thighs pan-seared and finished with a sweet and tangy maple-mustard glaze that caramelizes beautifully. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs 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 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

• 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2, minced garlic cloves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 6 bone-in chicken thighs dry and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Place chicken thighs skin side down and sear for 6-7 minutes without moving, until skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook an additional 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 2 minced garlic cloves until combined.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low, pour the maple-mustard glaze over the chicken, and cook for 3-4 minutes, spooning the glaze over the thighs until it thickens and coats the chicken with a sticky sheen.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.