Garlic Dijon Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Servings
8 people
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Calories
1981 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Garlic Dijon Chicken Recipe
Description
This dish uses a marinade based on Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, olive oil, and a mix of warm spices including coriander, paprika, and black pepper with optional cayenne for heat. The chicken thighs are seasoned lightly with salt and pepper, then coated evenly in the sauce before being baked at high heat. The result is tender, well-seasoned chicken with a flavorful crust formed by the mixture of mustard and spices.
Baking the chicken on a lightly oiled cast iron skillet or baking sheet alongside chopped onions adds aromatic sweetness and texture contrast. The final garnish of fresh parsley adds a touch of brightness. The recipe specifies internal cooking until the chicken reaches 165°F for food safety.
This Garlic Dijon Chicken pairs well with neutral sides like rice, roasted vegetables, or simple salads. It provides a rich, spiced protein centerpiece for a meal.
Leftover chicken can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen up to two months. Preparing sides in advance is advised since the chicken cooks relatively quickly.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- kosher salt
- black pepper ground
- 1 onion roughly chopped, large, yellow
- parsley chopped, fresh
For Garlic Dijon Sauce
- 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 6 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 3/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Get ready. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Season the chicken. Take chicken out of the fridge. Pat dry and season on both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside for a few minutes while you make the sauce.
- Make the Garlic Dijon sauce. In a large bowl, combine the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, spices, and salt. Mix.
- Coat chicken in the sauce. Add a few pieces of chicken at a time to the bowl with the sauce and use tongs to coat each one in the sauce mixture. Once coated, transfer the chicken to a large lightly-oiled cast iron skillet (or baking sheet). Scrape any remaining Dijon sauce left in the bowl on top. Add the onions.
- Bake the chicken. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until chicken thighs are fully cooked through (internal temperature should register 165°F), about 25 to 30 minutes.
- Serve. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Use quality olive oil, coriander, and paprika for the sauce to enhance the flavor.
- Prepare side dishes before baking, as chicken cooks quickly at 425°F.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F to guarantee doneness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1981 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 198.1kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 16.8g | 34% |
| Fat | 12.7g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1g | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.9g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 80.8mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 97.8mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 252.9mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 2% |
| Sugar | 2.1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 167.3IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.9mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 19.2mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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