Juicy oven-baked chicken thighs glazed in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. This easy, one-pan recipe is full of bold flavor and perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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1/3 cup honey
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1/4 cup Dijon mustard
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp dried thyme
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Whisk together honey, mustard, oil, vinegar, garlic, paprika, and thyme.
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Place chicken in a baking dish and coat with about two-thirds of the sauce.
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Bake for 35–45 minutes, basting halfway with remaining sauce.
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Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra crisp skin.
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Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Spoon pan sauce over the top.