Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Honey Dijon Baked Chicken that is flavorful and perfect for any dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the chicken thighs in a large baking dish and pour the honey Dijon mixture over the chicken, making sure to coat each piece evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- If desired, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes to crisp up the skin.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- To make this dish even more nutritious, serve it with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg