Oven Baked Chicken Thighs (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy chicken thighs with crispy skin glazed in a sweet and tangy honey-mustard sauce ready in just 40 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
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2 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
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1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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1 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
→ Sauce
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon mustard
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2 tablespoons honey
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 425℉.
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Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and season them generously with salt and pepper.
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Whisk all the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl.
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Pour the sauce over the thighs and toss them well.
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Transfer the chicken thighs to a 9x13-inch baking dish including any remaining sauce. No need to grease the dish.
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Transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake for about 35 minutes or until the chicken thighs have an internal temperature of 165°F and skin is crispy.
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Transfer the chicken to a serving plate, cover with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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Boneless skinless chicken thighs can also be used but will require less baking time, about 20 to 25 minutes.
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Honey mustard glaze is optional. For a simpler recipe, season the thighs with salt and pepper, drizzle olive oil in the baking dish and bake.
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Stored well, the baked chicken lasts up to 3 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze it in an airtight container for 4 to 6 months.