Hot Honey Mustard Chicken
Enjoy juicy Honey Dijon Butter Chicken made with tender baked chicken thighs coated in a sweet and spicy mustard butter glaze. It's perfect for a quick, flavorful, high-protein dinner with a crispy finish.
Servings 6
Calories 451kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/4 cup dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F on the convection setting.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Dijon mustard, honey, red pepper flakes, paprika, chili powder, garlic, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish or on a lined baking sheet. Brush the hot honey Dijon mixture generously over the chicken, coating all sides.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Switch the oven to broil and cook for 2-4 minutes, watching closely, until the glaze is caramelized and the edges are lightly crisp.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Spoon any extra sauce from the pan over the top and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 33g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg