Do I need to sear the chicken before baking?u003cbr/u003e

Searing locks in flavor and helps create a golden brown crust, but if you're short on time, you can skip it and bake directly.

Can I make this recipe in the air fryer?u003cbr/u003e

Yes. Cook at high heat until golden brown and the chicken reaches 165°F. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the chicken.

Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs

Description

Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs are weeknight gold. Juicy thighs baked in a honey and whole-grain mustard marinade. Sweet, tangy, and full of flavor, this easy recipe is one you will make on repeat.

Ingredients

Garlic cloves (2 cloves), minced
Honey (¼ cup | 85g)
Whole grain mustard (¼ cup | 60g)
Apple cider vinegar (2 tsp | 10ml)
Olive oil (2 tbsp | 30ml)
Hot sauce (½ tbsp | 7ml)
Chicken thighs (1.5 lbs | 680g)
Salt and black pepper (to taste)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together garlic (2 cloves), honey (¼ cup), whole grain mustard (¼ cup), apple cider vinegar (2 tsp), olive oil (2 tbsp), and hot sauce (½ tbsp) until smooth.
Add chicken thighs (1.5 lbs) to the bowl. Toss until evenly coated and allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
Heat an oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Place the chicken in the pan and sear on each side until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side. Brush with marinade as it cooks.
Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken, then transfer the skillet to the oven. Roast until the chicken is firm, golden, and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F , about 8–10 minutes.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry. This helps the marinade stick and gives you better browning.

Internal temperature matters. Use an instant-read thermometer and pull the chicken at 165°F for juicy results.

Adjust for chicken breasts. If swapping thighs for chicken breasts, shorten the cooking time since breast meat dries out faster.

Make-ahead friendly. Marinate the chicken up to 24 hours in advance, or freeze raw in the marinade for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before cooking.

For storing. Keep cooked chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, store raw chicken in the marinade in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before cooking. Reheat cooked chicken in a 350°F oven until warmed through, this keeps the texture better than microwaving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop + Oven
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 ounces
Calories: 212
Sugar: 17.7 g
Sodium: 480.1 mg
Fat: 9.3 g
Carbohydrates: 18.3 g
Protein: 11.2 g
Cholesterol: 52.5 mg