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Crispy Honey Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy baked chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze, ready in about 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners with juicy meat and golden, crunchy skin.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900g)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or wildflower recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard (if using), minced garlic, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until well combined and slightly thick.
  3. Pat each chicken thigh dry with paper towels to remove moisture. Season lightly with additional salt and pepper if desired.
  4. Brush or toss the chicken thighs in most of the honey mustard glaze, reserving a few tablespoons for basting later.
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet, spacing them apart for air circulation.
  6. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until the skin is golden and starting to crisp.
  7. Remove from the oven, brush with the remaining glaze, then carefully flip the thighs skin-side down.
  8. Bake for another 8-10 minutes to cook through and develop crispness on the bottom.
  9. Flip the thighs back skin-side up and broil for 2-3 minutes for extra crunch, watching closely to avoid burning.
  10. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before baking to ensure crispiness. Use a wire rack to allow air circulation and prevent soggy bottoms. Watch broiling closely to avoid burning. Leftovers reheat best in the oven on a wire rack to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: honey mustard chicken, baked chicken thighs, crispy chicken, easy dinner, quick chicken recipe, weeknight dinner, gluten-free chicken

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