Maple Mustard Chicken
A family-style maple mustard chicken dinner with juicy roasted chicken, potatoes, carrots, and a sweet-savory glaze.
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Ingredients
- 2 lb Chicken thighs bone-in or boneless
- 1/4 cup Maple syrup
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Whole grain mustard optional
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 tsp Thyme fresh or dried
- 1 1/2 lb Baby potatoes halved
- 4 Carrots cut into chunks
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Parsley optional for serving
Steps
- Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Whisk maple syrup, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard if using, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Place potatoes and carrots on a sheet pan or shallow baking dish. Toss with a spoonful of the maple mustard sauce.
- Pat chicken dry, season lightly, and place it among the vegetables.
- Brush chicken generously with the remaining maple mustard sauce.
- Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, turning vegetables once, until chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
- If the chicken needs more color, broil for 1 to 2 minutes while watching closely.
- Rest for 5 minutes, spoon pan juices over the chicken, and finish with parsley if using.
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Estimated Nutrition
Nutrition estimates are for general cooking guidance only and are not medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or condition-specific diet guidance. If you have allergies, dietary restrictions, medications, or a medical condition, check ingredient labels and consult a qualified professional.
Reviewed cooking notes
Why this recipe works
Mustard balances maple
Dijon adds sharpness so the glaze tastes sweet-savory instead of sugary.
High heat browns the glaze
A hot oven helps the chicken caramelize while the vegetables roast.
Pan juices finish the dish
Spoon the sauce from the tray over the chicken at the end for more flavor.
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Went wrong, confused, or need help?
Use these quick fixes first. If the issue is still unclear, open Rescue and describe what happened, what step you are on, and what ingredients you already added.
Glaze is burning
Lower oven temperature to 400 degrees F and cover loosely with foil.
Potatoes are not tender
Remove chicken if done, then roast vegetables 8 to 10 minutes longer.
Sauce tastes too sweet
Add a small splash of vinegar or lemon juice to the pan juices.
Chicken seems dry
Spoon warm pan juices over it and serve with extra mustard sauce or yogurt on the side.
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Quick answers
Maple Mustard Chicken FAQ
Can I make maple mustard chicken ahead?
Yes. Mix the sauce and cut the vegetables ahead. Roast when ready for the best texture.
Can I use chicken breast?
Yes, but check earlier because chicken breast cooks faster and can dry out.
Why did my glaze burn?
Maple syrup browns quickly. The pan may have been too close to the broiler or the oven may run hot.
Is this medical or allergy advice?
No. This page is general cooking guidance. Check ingredient labels if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.
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