Honey Mustard Chicken
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
43124 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Honey Mustard Chicken
Description
Chicken thighs trimmed and patted dry are tossed in a mixture of whole grain mustard and Dijon mustard for a textured, sharp base. Honey adds sweetness that balances the mustard’s pungency, while soy sauce provides umami depth. Chopped tarragon leaves contribute a subtle anise-like aroma, and fresh minced ginger adds brightness and warmth. The coated thighs are baked in a roasting dish until fully cooked, allowing the sauce to concentrate and coat them evenly.
This dish suits a main meal served with rice, potatoes, or vegetables to complement the flavorful sauce and tender meat. The combination of both mustards and herbs gives a distinct, layered flavor that distinguishes it from simpler recipes.
For an alternative, chicken breasts may be used, but they require shorter baking time and careful monitoring to avoid dryness, starting checks at 35 to 40 minutes into baking.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup mustard whole grain, stone ground
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ½ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons tarragon chopped, leaves
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced finely, fresh
- 8 chicken thigh boneless skinless
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Trim any excess fat or skin from the chicken thighs, rinse with cold water and pat dry with paper towels then set aside.
- Combine the whole grain mustard, Dijon mustard, honey, soy sauce, tarragon, and ginger in a large bowl. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat. Place the thighs in a roasting dish, topping with more tarragon leaves if desired.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the thighs register 175°F and the juices run clear. Spoon some more of that yummy cooked sauce from the roasting dish over the thighs before serving.
Notes
- Chicken breasts can substitute thighs, but check doneness earlier around 35–40 minutes since breasts dry faster.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 43124 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 431.24kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 38.73g | 13% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 10.8g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.47g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 214.7mg | 72% |
| Sodium | 642.29mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 724.39mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.37g | 5% |
| Sugar | 35.12g | 70% |
| Vitamin A | 201.24IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2.43mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 80.8mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3.58mg | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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