Baked Chicken Thighs

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Category: Main Course

Cuisine: Not specified

Diet: Not specified

Ingredients:

For Chicken Thighs:

• 2 pounds chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

For the Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon regular mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Season the Chicken Thighs:
   • Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and generously season them with salt and pepper.
3. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, whole grain Dijon mustard, regular mustard, honey, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes to create the sauce.
4. Coat the Chicken Thighs:
   • Pour the sauce over the seasoned chicken thighs and toss them well, ensuring they are coated evenly.
5. Bake the Chicken Thighs:
   • Transfer the coated chicken thighs to a 9×13 inch baking dish, including any remaining sauce. There’s no need to grease the dish.
   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 minutes or until the chicken thighs reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.
6. Rest and Serve:
   • Once baked, transfer the chicken thighs to a serving plate.
   • Cover them with aluminum foil and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Enjoy your flavorful and crispy Baked Chicken Thighs!