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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Chicken

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A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring crispy skin chicken thighs glazed with a tangy and sweet honey mustard sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds or 900g)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (natural, raw preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste (sea salt recommended)
  • Black pepper to taste (freshly ground recommended)
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed sheet pan (about 18×13 inches) with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth with visible mustard seeds.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Place them skin-side up on the prepared sheet pan, spacing about an inch apart.
  4. Brush the honey mustard glaze generously over each chicken thigh, reserving some glaze for basting halfway through cooking.
  5. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Halfway through, baste the chicken with the reserved glaze.
  6. Switch the oven to broil and broil the chicken for 3-5 minutes, watching closely to crisp the skin without burning.
  7. Check doneness with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken; it should read 165°F (74°C). If no thermometer, pierce to ensure juices run clear and skin is crisp.
  8. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
  9. Optional: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before applying glaze to ensure crispiness. Broil carefully and watch closely to avoid burning. If chicken isn’t browning enough, broil for the last 2 minutes. For leftovers, reheat gently in a 350°F oven to restore crispiness. You can marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor and skip broiling until serving.

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Keywords: honey mustard chicken, sheet pan chicken, crispy chicken thighs, easy dinner, weeknight meal, gluten-free, dairy-free

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