Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Thyme Sauce🍗🤤
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Ingredients:
• For the Chicken:
o 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
o 1 tbsp olive oil
o 1 tsp garlic powder
o 1 tsp paprika
o Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• For the Honey Mustard Thyme Sauce:
o 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
o 1/4 cup honey
o 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
o 1 tbsp olive oil
o 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
o Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chicken:
o Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
o In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
2. Bake the Chicken:
o Place the chicken thighs, skin-side up, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased wire rack.
o Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
3. Make the Honey Mustard Thyme Sauce:
o While the chicken is baking, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
o Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Glaze the Chicken:
o Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven. Brush the honey mustard thyme sauce generously over the crispy skin of each chicken thigh.
o Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the glaze to caramelize and become sticky.
5. Serve:
o Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve with additional honey mustard thyme sauce on the side.
o This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Tips:
• You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs; just adjust the cooking time, as they may cook faster.
• For extra crunch, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes after glazing.
• Feel free to add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce for an added