Creamy Brown Sugar Dijon Chicken Thighs – A Cozy, Flavor-Packed Dinner
Juicy bone-in chicken thighs simmered in a rich and creamy Dijon mustard and brown sugar sauce — comforting, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup chicken broth
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2 tbsp Dijon mustard
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2 tbsp light brown sugar
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¾ cup heavy cream
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp dried thyme (or 1 tsp fresh)
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 6–8 minutes, flip and cook 3–4 minutes more. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté onion in pan drippings for 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
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Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in Dijon and brown sugar. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Return chicken to pan, skin-side up.
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Cover partially and simmer 15–20 minutes. Uncover and simmer another 5 minutes to thicken sauce.
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Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use boneless thighs for quicker cooking. For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes. Pairs well with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.