**Sweet Mustard Chicken Thighs: A Flavorful and Juicy Delight**
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of sweet mustard chicken thighs, a delectable dish that combines the perfect balance of tangy mustard and sweet honey, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These tender and juicy chicken thighs are coated in a flavorful marinade of mustard, honey, garlic, and herbs, then roasted to perfection, resulting in a crispy outer layer and a succulent, moist interior. Accompany the chicken with a medley of roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. This recipe provides detailed instructions for creating this mouthwatering dish, along with variations for those who prefer a spicier or milder flavor profile. Additionally, discover a collection of bonus recipes, including a refreshing cucumber salad, creamy mashed potatoes, and a zesty lemon sauce, all of which perfectly complement the sweet mustard chicken thighs, elevating your dining experience to new heights.
SWEET HOT MUSTARD CHICKEN THIGHS
When it comes to mustard, sweet-hot works amazingly well, especially as a glaze for chicken. Even though we are using skin-on bone-in chicken thighs, I'm sure it will work with any cut of chicken. By the time this is done, it doesn't have a super-strong mustard flavor. It gets mellowed out by the brown sugar and spices. The old saying 'The closer the bone, the sweeter the meat' really is true. Leaving in the bones adds a lot of flavor and juiciness.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Thigh Recipes
Time 5h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make 2 slashes crosswise into the skin and meat of each chicken thigh with a sharp knife, cutting to the bone. Cuts should be about 1 inch apart. Transfer thighs into a heavy resealable plastic bag.
- Whisk Dijon mustard, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, mustard powder, salt, black pepper, ground chipotle pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl until smooth. Whisk garlic into marinade.
- Pour marinade into bag over chicken thighs and massage marinade into chicken, coating each thigh thoroughly and working the marinade into the cuts. Seal bag and refrigerate at least 4 hours (or overnight for best flavor).
- Move a rack to the center position in oven. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly oil the foil.
- Scatter onion rings onto prepared baking sheet. Place chicken thighs on top of onion rings. Spray or brush thighs with vegetable oil; sprinkle thighs with additional salt and cayenne pepper if desired.
- Roast chicken in preheated oven until the skin is browned, meat is tender, and the juices run clear, 35 to 45 minutes.
- Transfer chicken and onions onto a serving platter. Pour pan drippings into a saucepan, bring to a boil, and continue boiling, stirring often, until drippings are reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes. Skim excess fat from pan sauce.
- Spoon reduced pan sauce over each chicken thigh and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 105.9 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 764.8 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
SWEET MUSTARD CHICKEN THIGHS
These Carolina-style barbecue chicken thighs are smothered with a tangy-sweet sauce that will please the whole family. From Cooking Light.
Provided by Pinay0618
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 9m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare grill.
- Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring well. Reserve and set aside 1/4 cup sauce mixture.
- Place chicken on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Brush half of remaining 1/2 cup sauce mixture over one side of chicken. Grill chicken 3 to 4 minutes. Turn chicken over; brush with remaining half of sauce mixture. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until done. Place chicken on a serving platter; drizzle with reserved 1/4 cup sauce mixture.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken thighs: Look for bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for the best flavor and texture.
- Make a flavorful marinade: The marinade is key to infusing the chicken with flavor. Be sure to use a combination of sweet and tangy ingredients, such as honey, mustard, and brown sugar.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes: The longer the chicken marinates, the more flavorful it will be. If you can, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
- Baste the chicken with the marinade while it cooks: This will help to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: Roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice are all great options.
Conclusion:
Sweet mustard chicken thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sweet mustard sauce is the perfect finishing touch. This recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.
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