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Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

Juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce with roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups baby carrots, halved lengthwise
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5–6 minutes, flip and cook 4 more minutes. Remove and set aside.
  5. Add carrots and onions to the same skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  6. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  7. Whisk honey, mustards, garlic, vinegar, and chicken broth in a bowl.
  8. Pour sauce into the skillet and stir.
  9. Add butter and let it melt.
  10. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it.
  11. Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes until chicken is tender.
  12. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use bone-in thighs for juicier meat.
  • Adjust honey for sweetness preference.
  • Serve with rice or crusty bread.

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