Are you tired of boring, bland chicken dinners that leave you craving more excitement? Get ready to transform your kitchen into a flavor explosion with this mouthwatering Spicy Honey Mustard Chicken! Imagine perfectly crispy chicken thighs glazed with a tantalizing honey mustard sauce, nestled alongside golden roasted potatoes and tender green beans - all prepared in just 40 minutes. This recipe is about to become your new weeknight superhero, delivering restaurant-quality taste with minimal effort and maximum satisfaction.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the spicy honey mustard glaze.
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin. Place chicken thighs in the bowl and coat thoroughly with the honey mustard glaze, reserving some glaze for later.
- In a separate bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with remaining olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spread potatoes cut-side down on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
- Place the glazed chicken thighs on the same baking sheet, leaving space between each piece. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet and add trimmed green beans around the chicken and potatoes. Brush chicken with remaining honey mustard glaze.
- Return to oven and continue roasting for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), potatoes are golden and crisp, and green beans are tender.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot, with chicken thighs placed over roasted potatoes and green beans.
Tips
- Pat chicken thighs completely dry before glazing to ensure crispy, golden skin that will make your family think you've been secretly training as a professional chef.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee your chicken reaches the perfect 165°F internal temperature - no more guessing games about food safety!
- For extra flavor depth, consider adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika or dried thyme to your glaze mixture.
- Make sure to spread potatoes cut-side down for maximum crispy edges that everyone will fight over.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring each bite is incredibly juicy and flavorful.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 277kcal
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 30mg
