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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Glaze

A comforting and elegant dish of crispy baked chicken thighs coated in a tangy-sweet honey mustard glaze, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Look for fresh, organic or trusted source chicken.
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt, divided Use 1 teaspoon for seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon for the glaze.
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard Can be substituted with yellow or spicy brown mustard.
  • 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with avocado or other mild vegetable oil.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme You can substitute with rosemary or oregano.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack on top.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  3. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Making the Glaze
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt until smooth.
Coating and Baking
  1. Coat each chicken thigh generously on all sides with the honey mustard glaze. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the glaze for basting later.
  2. Place chicken thighs skin-side up on the wire rack.
  3. Bake the chicken for 35 to 40 minutes. At the 20-minute mark, brush with the reserved glaze.
Finishing Up
  1. Once fully cooked and golden, remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and serve warm.

Notes

Make sure to dry the chicken thoroughly for crispy skin. Ensure good airflow around the chicken during baking by using a wire rack.