Mustard Baked Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Mustard Baked Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of bold flavors and effortless cooking. Featuring bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs coated in a mouthwatering mixture of Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, honey, and smoked paprika, this dish delivers a savory-sweet balance with a touch of smokiness. Minced garlic infuses every bite with aromatic depth, while a golden, crispy skin adds the perfect texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a bake time of 40 minutes, it's an easy yet impressive option for busy evenings or casual entertaining. Pair it with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Keywords: mustard baked chicken, Dijon mustard chicken, easy baked chicken, savory weeknight dinner, honey-mustard chicken recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Whole-grain mustard
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 sprigs Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix the Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to ensure they crisp up in the oven. Place them into the prepared baking dish, skin side up.

Step 4

Brush or spoon the mustard mixture generously over each chicken thigh, ensuring an even coating.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden and slightly crispy.

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if desired and serve with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	141.2 grams (141.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	439

Total Fat 38.20g	49%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3730mg	162%
Total Carbohydrate 22.90g	8%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 17.80g
Protein 2.00g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 35mg	3%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 93mg	2%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.5%

Protein: 1.8%

Carbs: 20.7%