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Oven Baked Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard and Garlic Recipe

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Oven Baked Chicken Thighs recipe features juicy, crispy chicken thighs baked to perfection with a flavorful honey mustard garlic sauce. Easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish combines tender, bone-in skin-on chicken thighs with a tangy and slightly sweet glaze, baked at a high temperature for maximum crispiness and rich flavor.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon regular mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425℉ to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for crispy, golden chicken skin.
  2. Season Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl and season generously with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavor.
  3. Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, whole grain Dijon mustard, regular mustard, honey, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  4. Coat Chicken: Pour the sauce over the seasoned chicken thighs and toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Arrange for Baking: Transfer the coated chicken thighs along with any remaining sauce into a 9×13 inch baking dish. No need to grease the dish as the chicken skin and oil prevent sticking.
  6. Bake Chicken: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165℉ and the skin is crispy and golden brown.
  7. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven, transfer to a serving plate, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

  • Using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs helps keep the meat juicy and flavorful during baking.
  • Make sure to check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure doneness.
  • If you prefer spicier chicken, you can increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add cayenne pepper.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This recipe is easily doubled for larger gatherings.
  • To crisp the skin further, you can broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/oven-baked-chicken-thighs-with-honey-mustard-and-garlic-recipe/