Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs with Green Beans
This honey mustard chicken thigh recipe features tender, juicy chicken coated in a flavorful homemade honey mustard sauce, served with crisp green beans for a simple and satisfying meal.
This honey mustard chicken thighs recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish featuring juicy, seared chicken thighs smothered in a rich, homemade honey mustard sauce made with Dijon, whole grain mustard, honey, garlic, and a splash of vinegar or lemon for brightness. The sauce caramelizes beautifully as the chicken cooks, creating a sweet and tangy glaze that’s perfect for spooning over the chicken and a side of tender green beans. Quick to prepare on the stovetop or in the oven, this meal is simple yet packed with bold, savory flavors, making it a great weeknight dinner or an easy crowd-pleaser.
Servings
2
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
45 minutes
Ingredients
20 ounces boneless chicken thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste
12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
For the Honey Mustard Sauce
3 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp whole grain mustard (optional for texture)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking or prepare a large skillet if cooking stovetop. Whisk together all honey mustard sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
Season and Cook the Chicken
Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Add the Sauce
Pour honey mustard sauce over the chicken. If using the oven: transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temp). If stovetop only: reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chicken is fully cooked (about 15-18 minutes), spooning sauce over the chicken occasionally.
Cook the Green Beans
While the chicken cooks, steam or sauté green beans until crisp-tender (about 5-7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil or butter.
Finish & Serve
Plate chicken thighs with green beans on the side. Spoon extra honey mustard sauce from the pan over the chicken and beans.
Optional
Garnish with fresh herbs like thyme or parsley.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking or prepare a large skillet if cooking stovetop. Whisk together all honey mustard sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Pour honey mustard sauce over the chicken. If using the oven: transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temp). If stovetop only: reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chicken is fully cooked (about 15-18 minutes), spooning sauce over the chicken occasionally.
While the chicken cooks, steam or sauté green beans until crisp-tender (about 5-7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil or butter.
Plate chicken thighs with green beans on the side. Spoon extra honey mustard sauce from the pan over the chicken and beans.
