This chicken is delicious and so satisfying! The blend of spices are what make this chicken so flavorful. The Mediterranean Diet emphasizes big flavors through the use of a variety of spices, fresh herbs and seasonings. In addition to adding a ton of flavor, using spices, herbs and seasonings reduces the amount of salt needed to flavor a dish.

To make this a complete meal, serve this chicken with your favorite whole grain like brown rice, farro or quinoa, and a vegetable side like a big green salad or steamed broccoli.

Baked Dijon Chicken

This chicken is delicious and so satisfying! Serve with whole grains and your favorite vegetable-loaded side for a complete meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Dinner

Servings 8

Cuisine Mediterranean

Diet Gluten Free

Ingredients

 

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• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 6 garlic cloves minced
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (8 pieces)
• 1 large yellow onion quartered and sliced

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Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 425°F.
• Combine the oil, mustard, honey, garlic, spices, and salt in a large bowl.
• Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and mix to coat each piece well.
• Place the coated chicken and onion slices in a large cast-iron skillet, pouring any extra sauce on top.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken thighs are fully cooked through - the internal temperature should read 165°F.
• Serve and enjoy!

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