Just smelling the aromatic rosemary and garlic in this recipe is enough to make my mouth water. This one-pan wonder honey mustard chicken skillet is ready in no time and super easy to clean up, too! The Dijon mustard, honey, fresh rosemary, sliced onions, and minced garlic make this chicken anything but bland. It’s the best balance of sweet and savory flavors.
How to Store and Reheat
Once everything has cooled to room temp, you can store any leftovers you have in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. It’s best reheated back in a pan over medium-low heat to preserve that crispy skin.
How to Freeze
Freeze honey mustard chicken thighs for up to 3 months. Don’t transfer the chicken to your freezer safe storage container until it’s completely cooled to room temperature! When you’re ready to serve, let it thaw in the fridge prior to reheating.
Notes and Tips
If using bone-in thighs, they’ll need a bit longer to cook. I recommend checking the internal temp with a meat thermometer. They are done when they reach 165°F at the thickest part. For a little extra spice in the sauce, try adding some whole black, green, red, or pink peppercorns when you add the seared onions back to the pan.
How to Make Honey Mustard Chicken Skillet Step by Step
Sauté the Aromatics: Place 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 minced garlic clove, 1 sliced onion, and 3 rosemary sprigs to the skillet and cook until golden brown. Make it Sweet: Add 2 tablespoons of honey, stir, and continue cooking for another 2 minutes. Cook the Chicken: Remove everything from the pan and set aside. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pan, then add all of the chicken thighs (2 pounds). Cook for about 8 minutes per side over medium heat. Add Mustard: Add the onions, rosemary, and garlic back to the skillet with the chicken, then add 1 tablespoon of honey and 3 tablespoons of Dijon mustard to the skillet. Add stock: Pour 1 cup of chicken stock into the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to mix everything together to combine as best you can. Simmer: Gently simmer everything for about 10-15 minutes on medium-low heat.
