Description
This Oven Baked Chicken Thighs recipe combines juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with a flavorful honey mustard garlic sauce, baked to perfection at 425°F for crispy skin and tender meat. A simple yet delicious meal perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat and Season: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Generously season the chicken thighs on all sides with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, whole grain Dijon mustard, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until well combined to create a tangy and slightly spicy glaze.
- Coat Chicken: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken thighs and toss to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Bake: Transfer the coated chicken thighs along with any remaining sauce to a 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes covered loosely with aluminum foil to retain moisture before serving. This resting period helps the juices redistribute for tender and juicy chicken.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level.
- Using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs ensures juicy meat and crispy skin after baking.
- Letting the chicken rest after baking is crucial for optimal texture.
- This recipe pairs well with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
