Crispy Dijon Mustard Oven-Baked Chicken
Golden, crunchy, and bursting with flavor — these oven-baked chicken thighs coated in Dijon mustard and toasted breadcrumbs are a weeknight winner. No frying, no mess, just perfectly crispy chicken straight from the oven. A crowd-pleasing dinner the whole family will love!
🛒 Ingredients
15 servings
- 1 kg (about 2 lbs) chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 pinch of dried herbs (herbes de Provence or Italian seasoning)
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced (optional)
- 1 cup (100 g) fine breadcrumbs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
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Directions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dried herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- 3
Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat thoroughly on all sides. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- 4
Pour the breadcrumbs into a shallow dish. Press each piece of chicken into the crumbs, coating all sides evenly.
- 5
Arrange the pieces on an ungreased baking sheet with a little space between each one.
- 6
Bake for 40 minutes, or until the coating is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- 7
For extra crispiness, switch to the broil setting for the last 2–3 minutes — watch closely to avoid burning.
- 8
Serve hot with roasted potatoes, coleslaw, or a simple green salad.
💡 Chef's Tip
Swap half the breadcrumbs for Japanese panko for an extra-crunchy crust. A handful of grated Parmesan stirred into the breadcrumb mix also adds a rich, savory depth.
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