Baked Dijon Chicken Thighs
A cozy and simple dish featuring succulent chicken thighs glazed with a tangy Dijon and honey mixture, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the glaze by combining Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the mustard glaze in a baking dish.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) internal temperature.
- Optional: Crisp the skin under the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the glaze for an hour or overnight. Use an instant-read thermometer to avoid overcooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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