Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs are the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with a touch of savory goodness. The sticky glaze caramelizes beautifully on the chicken, making each bite flavorful and juicy. It’s a simple yet impressive dish that works for both weeknights and casual gatherings. 🍯🍋🍗
🍯 Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs
🛒 Ingredients:
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or boneless if preferred)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
🔥 Instructions:
- Prep the Chicken:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
- Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice), garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Sear the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5–7 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the chicken over to sear the other side for another 2 minutes.
- Glaze & Bake:
- Brush the honey mustard glaze generously over the chicken thighs.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- (Optional: Baste with more glaze halfway through cooking for an extra sticky finish!)
- Serve & Garnish:
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
🍽️ Serve With:
- Roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice
- A side salad with a tangy vinaigrette
- Corn on the cob or grilled asparagus
If you want to make this on the grill or in the air fryer, let me know, and I can walk you through those methods too!
