Creamy Baked Dijon Chicken Thighs: A Comforting One-Pan Meal
Creamy Baked Dijon Chicken Thighs: Juicy, flavorful chicken baked with a creamy Dijon sauce and perfectly roasted vegetables. An easy and elegant dinner option!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Dish, Chicken
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Ingredients
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, as needed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard, heavy cream, olive oil, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and coat evenly with the sauce.
- Prepare Vegetables: Toss carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and red onion with olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble & Bake: Arrange vegetables around chicken in the baking dish. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Spoon extra sauce from pan over chicken and vegetables before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked perfectly.
- Add your favorite root vegetables for variety.