Simple Honey Baked Chicken

Tender, juicy, and irresistibly flavorful, this Simple Honey Baked Chicken is the perfect go-to recipe for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Featuring succulent bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs baked to perfection in a rich marinade of sweet honey, savory soy sauce, tangy Dijon mustard, and aromatic garlic, this dish strikes the ultimate balance of sweet and savory. Infused with dried thyme, paprika, and a hint of lemon, each bite bursts with comforting, homestyle flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a hands-off bake, this quick and easy chicken recipe delivers gourmet results with minimal effort. Serve it with fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for fans of simple baked chicken recipes, honey-glazed dishes, and effortless family dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 piece Lemon (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a light coating of olive oil.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and paprika to create a marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken thighs in the prepared baking dish and pour the marinade evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.

Step 4

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the foil and baste the chicken with the pan juices. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is golden brown on top.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes like rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1188.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2325.7

Total Fat 159.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 729mg	0%
Sodium 6104.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 51.3g
Protein 169.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 171.5mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 2118.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.7%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 10.7%