Need an easy chicken dinner recipe? Try this Honey Dijon Chicken! Itโs ready in under 30 minutes and is so flavorful!
These Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs are a quick, easy, flavor packed dinner on your table in 30 minutes โ no marinade required! Readerโs call them โPhenomenal,โ โamazing,โ โfantastic,โ โfavorite.โ The secret is to spice rub the chicken (no bland chicken here!) before broiling for exciting caramelized goodness, then finish with a sweet, spicy (optional), tangy glaze that will have everyone asking for seconds!
This Honey Dijon Chicken is delicious and simple to make!
It is practically Spring, which means its practically summer, which means its almost time to get out the grill! ย Isnโt it crazy how time flies! ย Pretty soon I am going to be swapping all my slow cooker and soup recipes for grills, marinades and salads. ย In the meantime, however, I want to share my new favoriteย method of preparing chicken when it has a spice rub and a glaze but its too cold to grill, donโt have a grill, or you simply want to cook indoors.
I discovered this method fromย Cooking Lightย and I cannot believe how easy it is. ย It might be old news to a lot of you, but it is old news worth getting giddy over. ย You simply rub chicken thighs with olive oil combined with your favorite spice rub and broil for 6 minutes on each side โ thatโs it! ย You can glaze the chicken with whatever you like half way through cooking and/or at the end of cooking. ย
Dinner was never so easy. ย Giddy, no?
These Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs are deliciously easy!
โขQUICK:ย 12 minutes cook time!
โขEASY:ย Rub the chicken, whisk the sauce together. Drool.
โขSPICE RUBBED:ย Unlike other recipes, the chicken is spice rubbed for multi-dimensional flavor.
โขVERSATILE:ย Use the spices/glaze on any cut of chicken, pork, fish or steak.
โขCROWD PLEASER:ย The honey mustard glaze will have everyone licking their plates.
โขMAKE IT YOUR OWN:ย Serve the chicken with your favorite sides or in salads, wraps, bowls, etc.
Dijon Chicken Recipe Ingredients
This sweet and spicy chicken is flavored with both a dry rub and a honey mustard sauce. Hereโs everything youโll need to make this Dijon mustard chicken:
How to make Honey Glazed Chicken
Letโs take a closer look at how to make this recipe with step-by-step photos (full recipe in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):
- To make this scrumdidilouso Honey Dijon Glazed Chicken, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, regular paprika and smoked paprika and chipotle powder in a bowl then rub it all over your chicken. ย
- Broil chicken for 6 minutes per side, then brush with your Honey Dijon Sauce and broil for 1-2 more minute or until nicely browned.
- The Honey Dijon Sauceย is a simple whisking of honey, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar and a splash of lemon juice. ย It is sweet with a punch of acidity to balance out the honey and perfectly complements the bold rub spices.
- Lastly, spoon the remaining Honey Dijon Glaze over the cooked chicken and dig in to juicy Honey Dijon Glazed Chicken!
Thatโs it for easy peasy and so delish Honey Dijon Glazed Chicken! ย The chicken alone is tender, juicy and packed with flavor. ย The Honey Dijon Sauce is sweet and tangy and intoxicating delicious. ย Together, they will blow your mind. ย
Prepping Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs in advance
This sweet and spicy chicken comes together so quickly that thereโs really no need to prep anything in advance. However, if youโre looking to save a few minutes later on you can prep the following:
โขSpice rub: Measure out the spices and store in a plastic baggie or a glass container.
โขHoney mustard sauce: Whisk together the sauce and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. You may need to give it a stir before using in the recipe later on.
Tips for making Honey Mustard Chicken
A word about this cooking method โ it is important that you use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts. ย Not only are chicken thighs more flavorful, but most importantly, they will remain tender and juicy after cooking at such a a high temperature whereas chicken breasts will dry out. ย
You will want to trim your chicken thighs of excess fat before smothering in the rub. ย I like to use my kitchen shears to make this super quick.
If you donโt like spice at all, you can can completely omit the chipotle chili powder but I donโt find ยฝ teaspoon very spicy and would still consider it family friendly. ย If you love spicy, you can increase the chipotle chili powder to 1 teaspoon.
Dijon Chicken Recipe variations
What to serve with Honey Mustard Chicken
This sweet and spicy chicken pairs perfectly with just about any side! Here are some recipes you can make to round out your meal:
โขVeggies: Parmesan Asparagus, Baked Parmesan Fingerling Potato Fries, Hasselback Sweet Potatoes, Corn Casserole, Crockpot Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Roasted Broccoli.
โขSalads: Apple Salad, Berry Salad, Broccoli Salad, Corn Salad, Classic Fruit Salad, Wedge Salad.
โขBread: Cheesy Pesto Bread, Dinner Rolls, Garlic Bread, Homemade Hawaiian Sweet Rolls.
How to store glazed Mustard Chicken Thighs
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Theyโll last up to 5 days.
CAN I FREEZE DIJON MUSTARD CHICKEN?
Cook as instructed and then let the chicken cool completely before sealing in a freezer bag. Frozen chicken will last up to 3 months. To thaw, place in the fridge overnight.
How to reheat Honey Dijon Chicken
โขMicrowave: Be careful when reheating chicken in the microwave, as it can easily become rubbery. Reheat for 30-second intervals until warm.
โขStove: Warm the Dijon mustard chicken in a skillet over medium-low heat.
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SWEET AND SPICY HONEY DIJON GLAZED CHICKEN
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Ingredients
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
Chicken Rub
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2-1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
Honey Dijon Glaze
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with foil (not parchment paper) and lightly spray with cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the Chicken Rub Ingredients and evenly rub all over chicken. Place chicken on prepared baking sheet.
- Move oven rack to top position and broil chicken for 6 minutes on each side (12 minutes total).
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the Honey Dijon Sauce ingredients.
- Remove chicken from oven and brush top side with Honey Dijon Sauce; broil 1-2 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Brush individual servings with remaining Honey Dijon Sauce as desired.
Notes
**For even more flavorful chicken, cover with rub and refrigerate up to 24 hours then bring to room temperature before broiling.
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Jessi says
So flavorful and i use the sauce for salad dressing. Yum!
Jen says
That is a brilliant idea to use the sauce for salad dressing โ I wouldnโt have thought of that but now I am plotting! Thanks for a great idea!
Nathan Stoakes says
What temperature do you set your oven too
Jen says
I would broil it at 500 degrees F. Hope you enjoy!
Simone says
So good ty. My chicken.came out perfect.
Jen says
You are so welcome! Iโm so happy it was a winner!
Mandy says
My chicken looked and tasted AMAZING!! As always thank you for another great dinner ๐
Jen says
You are so welcome Mandy, Iโm thrilled it was a hit! Thanks for taking the time to comment!
Cyndi says
I love this recipe but what would you serve with this to make it a dinner with friends?
Jen says
Hi Cyndi, Iโm so happy you love this recipe! You could serve it with a big green salad and pineapple to keep it simple or any of my sides here: https://capital-axis.live/recipes/recipe-index/sides-and-lighter-fare/%3C/a%3E such as Pina Colada Fruit Salad and Brown Butter Asparagus. enjoy!
Tracey Hewison says
I only had breasts in the fridge and *someone* forgot to tell me theyโd thrown out the last of the dijon from the fridge, so I had to improvise ๐ I added Keenโs dry mustard powder in place of the missing dijon and I put the rub on the chicken breasts and cooked them en papillote. Then I took them out and put on a baking sheet sprayed with olive oil, brushed them with the sauce and broiled. They were still lovely and tender and my son said it was the best chicken heโd ever had. I was a little less enthused and really feel it did need the dijon and will for sure use some thighs next time, Iโm sure theyโll be delicious! Served with the menโs favourite (Iโm Canadian, we put a โuโ with everything, ha ha!) baked cauliflower and an apple walnut greens salad. Thanks for the recipe!
Jen says
Hi Tracey, Iโm so happy your son said it was the โbest chicken heโd ever had!โ and hopefully next time with the Dijon and chicken thighs you will feel the same ๐ You whole meal sounds delicious!
John Rockett says
Can you make this recipe on the grill?
Jen says
Absolutely! You can follow these instructions: https://capital-axis.live/honey-sriracha-chicken/%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
Evi says
This recipe is amazing and so full of flavour! My sister doesnโt usually eat chicken but kept asking for more!! It was a hit and I canโt wait to make it again.
Jen says
That is amazing Evi, thank you! Iโm so pleased this recipe won over even a non-chicken eater!
Bernadette says
Everything thing I make of yours is a huge hit in my home. This recipe came together so quickly,I almost didnโt get to make the sides! My family loved it! You are blessed with a gift. Thank you โค๏ธ
Jen says
Thank you so much for your kind words Bernadette! Iโm so pleased youโre enjoying my recipes and that this was another winner!
judy says
Would chicken breast work in this recipe? Thanks.
Jen says
Yes! I would bake until cooked through, abut 30 minutes depending on thickness, then add the glaze and broil.
Melissa says
Can you freeze the uncooked chicken in the marinade?
Jen says
Yes!
Cheryl L. says
I donโt know how you do it but every recipe I try is absolutely delicious! Made this tonight and was a big hit with the family. Will be making this again.
Jen says
Happy to hear this will be a repeat! Thank you so much, Cheryl, Iโm thrilled this was such a hit!
Jan T says
My family really liked this. Please tell me the distance between your broiler element and your top rack and also your temperature for the broiler. We started a fire within 3 min. Perhaps this could be the reason why. I plan to make it again but Iโd ike to adjust those two factors
Jen says
Hi Jan! Sorry about the delay in response! Itโs about 4 inches from the broiler. Broil the chicken without the sauce until after cooking for 6 minutes on each side and then add the sauce. Also, broil should be on low-medium which is 400-450. I hope that helps!
Randi Mendelsohn says
Please please begin to share nutritional information with your recipes going forward for those of us monitoring those items for loved ones we cook for! We adore flavorful foods, but must track nutrition information for medical reasons. But anxious to try your recipes, as they sound fabulous!! Thank you!
Jen says
Hi Randi! Hereโs a link to help calculate nutritional facts for any recipes that you would like to try: https://www.verywellfit.com/recipe-nutrition-analyzer-4157076 Hope that helps!