Description
These Honey Dijon Chicken Thighs are a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner. A sweet and savory glaze coats tender, juicy chicken, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.2 kg Chicken Thighs, Bone-in, Skin-on (8 pieces)
- 30 ml Honey
- 30 ml Dijon Mustard
- 15 ml Whole Grain Mustard
- 15 ml Apple Cider Vinegar
- 15 ml Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 5 ml Smoked Paprika
- 2.5 ml Black Pepper
- 5 ml Sea Salt
- 3 cloves Garlic, Minced
- 15 ml Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Lemon Zest
- 30 ml Olive Oil, Divided
- 15 ml Rosemary, Chopped
- 15 ml Thyme, Chopped
- 15 ml Parsley, Chopped
- 5 g Toasted Sesame Seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry.
- Make Marinade: Whisk together honey, mustard, vinegar, soy sauce, paprika, pepper, salt, garlic, lemon juice, oil, rosemary, and thyme.
- Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken with marinade; marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Roast Chicken: Arrange chicken skin-side up on a baking sheet; roast at 200°C (390°F) for 25 minutes.
- Baste & Roast: Flip chicken; baste with pan juices; roast for 20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
- Rest Chicken: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- Toast Seeds: Toast sesame seeds in oil until fragrant.
- Plate & Garnish: Plate chicken; drizzle with pan sauce; garnish with zest, parsley, and sesame seeds.
Notes
For extra crispy skin, ensure chicken is thoroughly dry before marinating and don’t overcrowd the baking sheet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Poultry
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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