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Creamy Baked Dijon Chicken Thighs

Creamy Baked Dijon Chicken Thighs with Sweet Root Veggies

This Creamy Baked Dijon Chicken Thighs recipe features juicy chicken coated in a tangy sauce, paired with sweet root vegetables, perfect for comforting dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Sauce
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup Heavy cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter twist
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup as a vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
For the Root Vegetables
  • 3 cups Carrots, chopped
  • 2 cups Parsnips, chopped or sweet potatoes
  • 2 cups Potatoes, chopped preferably Yukon Gold
  • 1 large Red onion, chopped or white/yellow onion
  • 1 tablespoon Rosemary, chopped preferably fresh

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and season with rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toss until coated and spread in a baking dish.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, heavy cream, olive oil, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pat the chicken thighs dry and arrange them over the vegetables in the baking dish, skin side up. Generously brush the chicken with the sauce.
  5. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and juices run clear.
  6. Optionally, broil for 2-3 minutes for extra crispness, keeping a close eye on it.
  7. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage in portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

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