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Easy One-Pan Honey Dijon Chicken Thighs with Green Beans

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy honey Dijon sauce, roasted alongside crisp green beans for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700g)
  • 12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed (about 340g)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add lemon juice last and stir gently to combine until glossy and slightly thick.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. In a separate bowl, toss the trimmed green beans lightly with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin side up in an oven-safe skillet, spaced evenly. Nestle the green beans around the chicken in a single layer.
  6. Brush the honey-Dijon sauce generously over the chicken thighs and toss the remaining sauce with the green beans.
  7. Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crisp. The green beans should be tender but still slightly crisp.
  8. At around 15 minutes, baste the chicken once more with pan juices and gently stir the green beans to promote even cooking.
  9. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning for crispy skin. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. Baste halfway through cooking for a glossy finish. If skin isn’t crispy enough, broil for 1-2 minutes watching carefully. Rest chicken 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices. Optional herbs like thyme or rosemary add flavor. Can substitute maple syrup for honey or swap green beans for broccolini or other vegetables.

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Keywords: one-pan, chicken thighs, honey Dijon, green beans, easy dinner, weeknight meal, roasted chicken, healthy, gluten-free, low-carb

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