Honey Mustard Baked Chicken with Potatoes & Bacon Recipe

Introduction

This Honey Mustard Baked Chicken with Potatoes & Bacon is a comforting, flavorful dish that’s perfect for family dinners. Tender chicken thighs are baked alongside golden potatoes, all coated in a delicious honey mustard sauce with crispy bacon bits. It’s an easy one-pan meal sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 2 lb / 1 kg potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• 2 – 2 1/2 lb / 1 – 1.25 kg chicken thighs (5 pieces), skin on and bone in
• 7 oz / 200 g bacon, diced and separated
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 onion, finely diced (brown, white or yellow)
• 3/4 cup white wine
• 1/3 cup dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves)
• 2 tbsp milk or cream
• 1/3 cup water
• Fresh thyme leaves or finely chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook the potatoes in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain, then sprinkle with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
3. Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the diced bacon and cook until lightly browned. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium. Place the chicken in the pan, skin side down, and cook for 3 minutes until lightly browned and the chicken fat has rendered. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes, then remove the chicken from the pan.
5. Step 5: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the pan fat over the potatoes, then pour off and discard the remaining fat. Return the pan to medium heat.
6. Step 6: Add the minced garlic and diced onion to the pan. Cook until the onion is lightly browned and translucent, about 2 minutes.
7. Step 7: Pour in the white wine and scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pan to incorporate into the sauce. Simmer for about 2 minutes until alcohol aroma fades.
8. Step 8: Stir in the dijon mustard, honey, dried thyme, milk or cream, water, and the cooked bacon. Mix well to combine.
9. Step 9: Return the chicken and potatoes to the pan, then sprinkle the remaining diced bacon on top.
10. Step 10: Transfer the pan or its contents to the oven and bake uncovered for 40 to 50 minutes, until the chicken and potatoes are golden brown and cooked through.
11. Step 11: Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves or chopped parsley if desired.

Tips & Variations

• Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for the best flavor and juiciness.
• White wine can be substituted with chicken broth if preferred.
• Swap the honey for maple syrup or brown sugar for a different sweet note.
• Add a splash of lemon juice or zest for a brighter flavor.
• For extra crispness, broil the dish for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave until warmed through. To retain crispness, reheating in the oven is preferred.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

Yes, you can, but chicken breasts may dry out more easily. Adjust baking time accordingly and consider covering with foil if needed to retain moisture.

Is it possible to make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free as long as you use a gluten-free dijon mustard and check that your bacon contains no gluten additives.

Honey Mustard Baked Chicken with Potatoes & Bacon Recipe

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Honey Mustard Baked Chicken with Potatoes & Bacon is a comforting and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs baked to golden perfection alongside potatoes and crispy bacon, all glazed with a tangy honey mustard sauce infused with garlic, onion, and white wine.

• Author: Clara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 55 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Yield: 5 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Potatoes

• 2 lb / 1kg potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Chicken & Bacon

• 2 – 2 1/2 lb / 1 – 1.25 kg chicken thighs (5 pieces), skin on and bone in
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 7 oz / 200g bacon, diced, separated

Sauce & Other Ingredients

• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 onion, finely diced (brown, white or yellow)
• 3/4 cup white wine
• 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves)
• 2 tbsp milk or cream (milk used for color)
• 1/3 cup water
• Fresh thyme leaves or finely chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare Potatoes: Cook peeled and chunked potatoes in boiling water for 5 minutes until slightly tender, then drain. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.
2. Preheat Oven: Set oven temperature to 190C/375F to prepare for baking.
3. Season Chicken: Sprinkle chicken thighs evenly with salt and pepper on both sides.
4. Cook Bacon: Heat a large skillet or frypan over medium-high heat. Add half of the diced bacon and cook until lightly browned. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
5. Sear Chicken: Reduce heat to medium. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the pan with bacon fat. Cook for about 3 minutes until the skin is lightly browned and some fat has rendered. Flip chicken and cook an additional 2 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate.
6. Prepare Pan for Sauce: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the rendered fat over the prepared potatoes, mix gently, and discard the remaining fat in the pan. Return pan to heat.
7. Sauté Aromatics: Add minced garlic and diced onion to the pan. Cook for about 2 minutes until onions are translucent and starting to brown.
8. Deglaze Pan: Pour in white wine and scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes to reduce alcohol aroma.
9. Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in Dijon mustard, honey, dried thyme, milk, water, and the cooked bacon. Mix well to combine the sauce.
10. Combine and Bake: Return chicken and potatoes to the pan with the sauce. Sprinkle the remaining diced bacon over the top. Place the pan in the oven and bake uncovered for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the chicken and potatoes are golden brown and cooked through.
11. Rest and Garnish: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves or finely chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

• Use skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs for best flavor and texture.
• The milk or cream in the sauce helps with coloring but can be omitted if desired.
• White wine enhances the sauce flavor; substitute with chicken stock if preferred.
• Resting the dish after baking helps juices redistribute in the chicken for moist results.
• Ensure not to overcrowd the pan during searing for even browning.
• Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before baking as per preference.

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