Go Back
–+ servings
jhessica

Honey Dijon Baked Chicken: A Simple Recipe for Success

A simple and delicious recipe for Honey Dijon Baked Chicken that is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and thyme until well combined.
  3. Place the chicken thighs in a large baking dish and pour the honey Dijon mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a crispy skin, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
  • Try substituting maple syrup for honey for a different flavor profile.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!