Honey Mustard Chicken
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
8 pieces
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Calories
371 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Honey Mustard Chicken
Description
This recipe involves coating bone-in chicken thighs with a mixture of honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, and finely chopped fresh rosemary and thyme. The herb blend and mustard create a pungent and fragrant base, while the honey adds sweetness that caramelizes in the oven. Baking at 350°F allows the chicken to cook through gently, and broiling at the end crisps the skin and enhances the glaze’s texture.
The result is chicken with a golden, slightly sticky exterior and moist interior. The fresh herbs give herbal depth and complement the mustard’s sharpness. Garlic adds savory undertones, and the olive oil aids in roasting.
This chicken pairs well with roasted vegetables or a green salad to balance the richness of the glaze. Fresh herbs and garlic provide aromatic notes that elevate the dish beyond a basic roasted chicken preparation.
If fresh herbs are unavailable, dried herb blends or Italian seasoning totaling about a teaspoon can be substituted without major impact on flavor. The recipe is straightforward and adaptable to ingredients on hand.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken thigh bone-in
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic minced, gloves
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons rosemary finely chopped fresh
- 1 ½ teaspoons thyme finely chopped fresh
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Place the chicken in a baking dish and pat dry with a paper towel.
- In a small bowl, stir together the honey, mustard, garlic, oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Brush or spoon the honey mustard mixture liberally on top of the chicken.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and registers 175°F (80°C). Turn on the top oven broiler in the last 2 to 3 minutes to crisp up the skin.
Notes
- Dried herbs can replace fresh; use about 1 teaspoon total of dried rosemary and thyme or an Italian blend.
- Ensure chicken reaches internal temperature of 175°F (80°C) for safe consumption.
- Broil at the end of baking to crisp skin and caramelize glaze.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8pieces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 371 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 371kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 343mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 320mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 137IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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