Honey Roasted Chicken Thighs with Potatoes and Apples
Honey Roasted Chicken Thighs with Potatoes and Apples is a heartwarming dish that combines succulent chicken, tender Yukon Gold potatoes, and sweet apples, all drizzled with a luscious honey mustard glaze. This comforting recipe fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or special gatherings. With an easy preparation process, you can enjoy a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors that will bring everyone together around the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), sliced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
- Cut Yukon Gold potatoes into quarter-sized pieces and slice apples into wedges.
- In a bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme for the glaze.
- Arrange chicken in the baking dish; surround it with potato chunks and apple slices. Drizzle glaze over everything.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. - Substitute apples with pears or add garlic for a bolder taste. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat covered in foil.