Slow-Cooked Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs slow-cooked in a sweet-tangy honey mustard glaze with tender carrots and potatoes for a comforting weeknight meal. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 375 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, Dijon mustard, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 lb, peeled baby carrots
- 2 lbs, halved baby potatoes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 lb peeled baby carrots and 2 lbs halved baby potatoes in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker; sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Pat 3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then in a small bowl mix 1/2 cup Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp dried rosemary; brush half the mixture over the chicken thighs.
- Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker, then pour the remaining mustard mixture over them; cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours until chicken is tender and reaches 165°F internal temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs take to make?
Total time is about 375 minutes (15 min prep + 360 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 Slow-Cooked Honey Mustard 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 dijon mustard from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Honey Mustard 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 Slow-Cooked Honey Mustard 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 Slow-Cooked Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs?
American slow cooker 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 360-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Very good for a 360-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
