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Honey mustard chicken thighs with roasted carrots

This is honey mustard glazed chicken thighs roasted with carrots, serving 4 people in 1 hour. The difficulty is very easy and the cost is €2.40 per serving. The key to success is brushing the glaze twice, once at the start and once halfway through, for a glossy, caramelized skin.

Honey mustard glazed chicken thighs, roasted in the oven with caramelized carrots, it smells amazing from the front door.

Honey mustard chicken thighs with roasted carrots
Total time
1 h
Difficulty
Very easy
Cost per person
€2.40
Calories per person
430 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Winter, Fall, Spring, Fall
The kids
They generally like it

The chicken skin turns glossy and slightly sticky under the honey mustard glaze, while the meat stays juicy underneath. The carrots roast in the same pan and soak up that sweet, tangy juice, coming out tender with caramelized edges. Garlic and thyme add a quiet background note without ever competing with the honey.

This is the kind of dish you can put on a weeknight table without much fuss, since it basically cooks itself in the oven. Kids tend to love the sweetness of the honey, while adults appreciate the light kick of mustard. It is a one pan meal that is easy to prep, easy to clean up, and easy to serve to the whole family.

The ingredients

4 people

Butcher

  • Chicken thighs 4

Fruits and vegetables

  • Carrots 800 g
  • Garlic 2 cloves
  • Thyme 4 sprigs

Pantry

  • Honeyoften in the pantry 3 tbsp
  • Mustardoften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 3 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Mustard

The step by step recipe

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Mix the honey, mustard, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper.

    A whole grain mustard adds crunch and extra character.

  2. Score the skin of the thighs lightly and brush them with the glaze.

    The small cuts let the sauce soak in.

  3. Peel the carrots, cut them into sticks, and toss them with the olive oil and thyme.

    Sticks of the same size roast evenly at the same time.

  4. Arrange everything in a baking dish and roast, brushing with more glaze halfway through. 45 min

    Turn the carrots over while you baste the chicken.

  5. Take the dish out and let it rest a few minutes before serving. 5 min

    Spoon the glazed pan juices over the top.

Our tips to get it right

  • Pick chicken thighs with the skin on, it holds the glaze and caramelizes far better than breast meat does.
  • Arrange the thighs skin side up from the start so it crisps up instead of going soft in the pan juices.
  • If the carrots start browning too fast, cover them loosely with foil while the chicken finishes cooking.

The variations

  • Swap the regular mustard for a whole grain mustard for more crunch and a bolder flavor.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with thick butternut squash slices brushed with the same glaze.
  • To save time, cut the thighs into boneless pieces, which brings the cooking time down to about 25 minutes.

What to serve it with

  • White rice to soak up the sauce
  • Homemade mashed potatoes
  • Green salad with a sharp vinaigrette

Storage

Keep leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. The dish freezes well for up to 2 months, chicken and carrots together. Reheat in the oven rather than the microwave so the skin gets some crispness back.

Questions about this dish

Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

Yes, but cut the cooking time to 25 or 30 minutes since breast meat dries out faster. Keep an eye on it to keep the meat juicy.

Can I make the glaze ahead of time?

Yes, you can mix the honey, mustard, and garlic the day before and store it in the fridge. Brush it onto the chicken right before it goes into the oven.

What kind of mustard works best here?

Regular mustard gives a smooth, mild result. Whole grain mustard adds crunch and a bolder flavor, both work well.

How do I know the chicken is fully cooked?

Pierce the thickest part of the thigh, the juices should run clear with no pink. The meat should also pull away easily from the bone.

How long does it take to make honey mustard glazed chicken thighs with roasted carrots?

Count 1 h in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “very easy”.

How many calories are in honey mustard glazed chicken thighs with roasted carrots?

About 430 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does honey mustard glazed chicken thighs with roasted carrots cost?

About €2.40 per serving, or €9.60 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains mustard. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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