The Best Ever Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Herb Crust

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

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Juicy chicken thighs coated in a golden herb crust and drizzled with a sweet-tangy honey glaze that creates a restaurant-worthy main course. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, honey, Dijon mustard 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs, skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh thyme
1 tsp garlic powder
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 2 tbsp chopped thyme.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Step 3: Flip chicken and brush with honey-Dijon mixture. Sprinkle 3 tbsp all-purpose flour evenly over chicken, then pour remaining sauce around the edges. Transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F oven and bake for 20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and sauce is bubbly.
Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Brush with extra glaze before serving to create a glossy finish.