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.