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Seared in a skillet and then baked with a delicious sauce, Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs are perfect for any weeknight family dinner.

Chicken is probably the most used protein in our family. It’s so versatile and is still one of the least expensive meats, making it great for family dinners. But it’s easy to get stuck in a rut, which is why I try to change things up with flavorful dishes like Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs.

You can easily adjust the sauce to suit your preferences. The mustard sauce is tangy and sweet, but if your kids balk at the mustard flavor, you can add additional honey to sweeten it up a bit. Grab a few pantry staples and make these flavorful chicken thighs for dinner this week! If slow cooking is more your style, try this Slow Cooker Paprika Chicken.

What you’ll need to make Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs:

bone in chicken thighs (keep the skin on)
salt and pepper
cayenne pepper
olive oil
butter
whole grain mustard
honey mustard (or Dijon if you prefer)
honey
garlic
oven safe skillet-if you don’t have a cast iron skillet, just use any oven safe model. I really like my nonstick T-Fal skillet.

Can I use boneless/skinless chicken thighs instead of bone in?

Yes and No. How’s that for an answer? 🙂 If at all possible, stick with bone-in chicken thighs. The skin on the outside crisps up nicely and adds a ton of flavor. The bones inside keep the meat moist for longer.

If you opt to use boneless chicken thighs, be sure to cut the cook time down. They will cook much more quickly than chicken with bones.

Start by adding oil and butter to the skillet. Season chicken thighs with cayenne pepper and salt. After sprinkling, rub it into the skin a bit for better coverage.

Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken and sear on each side until well browned (about 3-4 minutes per side.)

In a small bowl, mix the mustards, garlic and honey to make the sauce. Divide the mixture evenly over the chicken thighs and then place the skillet in the oven to bake.

I don’t have whole grain mustard-can I use something else?

Yes! Mustard of any kind can be substituted for whole grain mustard. If you like a bit of heat, try using spicy mustard. If you really like the tang, go with regular yellow mustard. The flavor profile is completely up to you!

Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before serving. They are sweet and tangy perfection!

Serve Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs with a side salad and some homemade mashed potatoes (my Crockpot Express Mashed Potatoes are the easiest ever!) or Easy Buttered Noodles.

cooked chicken thigh on a plate with skillet in the back

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