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Easy Crispy Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs Recipe with Roasted Potatoes

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A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, roasted alongside tender, golden potatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900 grams)
  • 1.5 pounds (700 grams) baby potatoes or fingerlings, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Fresh thyme sprigs (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and halve the baby potatoes. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and half of the smoked paprika. Spread evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, the remaining smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and Dijon mustard until smooth. Add minced garlic if desired.
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the potatoes, spacing them out.
  6. Brush the honey mustard glaze generously over the chicken skin and a little onto the potatoes.
  7. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes. About halfway through (around 20 minutes), baste the chicken with more glaze and turn the potatoes for even roasting.
  8. Check for doneness: chicken skin should be crispy and deep golden brown, and an instant-read thermometer should read 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part. Potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork.
  9. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry thoroughly before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Baste chicken with glaze halfway through cooking for a sticky, glossy finish. If glaze starts to darken too quickly, tent loosely with foil. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Potatoes act as a natural rack and soak up flavorful drippings. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat in oven to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: honey mustard chicken, crispy chicken thighs, roasted potatoes, easy dinner, weeknight recipe, honey mustard glaze

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