Baked Honey Dijon Chicken Thighs

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Juicy baked chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and tangy honey Dijon sauce.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 45

Marinate 10

Total Time 1

Servings people

Calories 366kcal

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Make the sauce by mixing the honey, Dijon, oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper together.
3 tablespoons honey, 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic, 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper
Add the honey Dijon sauce to the chicken thighs, making certain the thighs are well coated. Let the chicken marinate for 10 minutes.
4 chicken thighs
Place the chicken skin-side up in a lightly greased baking dish. Scrape any extra sauce over the top of the chicken.
Bake uncovered in a preheated 350°F oven for 40-50 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 185°F.
Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Sprinkle a bit of fresh chopped parsley over the top for garnish, just before serving, optional.

Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for the juiciest results and the best flavor.
Don't skip the marinade. Even 10 minutes helps the honey Dijon sauce flavor the chicken.
Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness. Cook the chicken until it reaches 185°F for the most tender texture.
If the chicken isn't browned enough at the end of baking, place it under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving so the juices can redistribute throughout the meat.