One-Pot Honey Mustard Chicken
This One-Pot Honey Mustard Chicken with Potatoes and Carrots is the ultimate comfort food! The tender chicken thighs are perfectly seared and simmered with baby potatoes and carrots in a delicious honey mustard sauce. It’s a quick and easy meal, packed with flavor, and requires minimal cleanup. Ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this dish combines savory chicken, earthy vegetables, and a tangy, sweet sauce for a satisfying meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra burst of color and flavor!
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
For the Vegetables:
500g (1 lb) baby potatoes, halved
3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
For the Honey Mustard Sauce:
3 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp whole-grain mustard
¼ cup honey
1 cup chicken broth
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp paprika
For Garnish:
Fresh parsley, chopped
Preparation Time
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken:
1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
3. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Vegetables:
1. In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add the carrots and baby potatoes, stirring well to coat them in the flavors.
Make the Honey Mustard Sauce:
1. In a bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, honey, chicken broth, thyme, and paprika.
2. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir to combine.
Combine and Simmer:
1. Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the pot, skin-side up, on top of the vegetables.
2. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C) and the potatoes are tender.
Finish and Serve:
1. Remove the lid and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
2. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.
Tips for the Perfect Meal
To thicken the sauce further, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir in during the last 5 minutes.
Serve with a crisp green salad or warm, crusty bread for a complete and satisfying dinner.
This cozy and flavorful One-Pot Honey Mustard Chicken is a family favorite!