Honey Baked Chicken
Savor the irresistible flavors of this Honey Baked Chicken, where crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs meet a luscious, sticky glaze of honey, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard. Perfectly balanced with the aromatic warmth of paprika and garlic, this dish is seared to perfection before finishing in the oven for tender, juicy results. Ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner, this one-skillet recipe comes together in under an hour, with a rich sauce that effortlessly elevates your meal. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley, this sweet and savory favorite is guaranteed to become a go-to comfort dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs in the skillet, skin-side down, and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for another 3 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium and melt the butter in the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Whisk in the honey, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard until combined. Simmer the sauce for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon the sauce over the chicken to coat it evenly.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, basting the chicken with the sauce every 10 minutes.
Check for doneness; the internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C). Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve the honey baked chicken warm alongside your favorite sides like rice, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1837 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.4 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.6 g | 213% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 548 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 4360 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.3 g | ||
| Protein | 112.4 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1362 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
