These Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs are the kind of recipe that makes a weeknight dinner feel a little more special without any extra effort. The homemade honey mustard sauce is made with dijon mustard, yellow mustard, honey, and a splash of apple cider vinegar and it coats every juicy air fryer chicken thigh in the most delicious sweet and tangy flavor.
The result is crispy air fryer chicken thighs with incredibly tender and juicy meat inside and a caramelized honey mustard glaze on the outside that is absolutely irresistible.
This easy air fryer chicken thigh recipe is naturally gluten free, comes together in just about 20 minutes, and is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a quick chicken dinner on the table fast.
The honey mustard marinade doubles as a basting sauce so you get incredible flavor in every single bite without any complicated steps or extra dishes.
Whether you are looking for an easy gluten free dinner the whole family will love, a healthy chicken dinner to add to your weekly rotation, or just the best air fryer chicken thighs you have ever made this recipe is going to become a permanent fixture in your kitchen.
If you are looking for more chicken recipes try my Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs, my Gluten Free Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets, my One Pan Creamy Garlic Chicken or my Air Fryer Chicken Bites.
You can find all of my meal recipes here: Gluten Free Meal Recipes
Instructions
In a small bowl whisk together the oil, dijon mustard, honey, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, onion powder, paprika and pepper.
Spray your air fryer basket with some oil to keep the chicken from sticking.
Place the chicken thighs in a single layer with a little space between each in your air fryer basket.
Brush half the oil mixture over the chicken thighs.
Air fry at 350 degrees for 14 minutes. At 7 minutes flip the thighs over and brush the other half of the oil mixture onto them. Continue to air fry until done.
Chicken is done when the internal temperature of the thickest part is at least 165 degrees.
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Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs
- Total Time: 19 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
These Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs are juicy, crispy, and coated in the most delicious homemade honey mustard sauce made with dijon mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Boneless skinless chicken thighs are air fried at 350 degrees and basted twice with the sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze for incredible flavor in every single bite. This easy gluten free air fryer chicken recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and is the perfect quick and healthy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 6 Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- ¼ cup Avocado Oil or Olive Oil
- 2 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 2 Tbsp Honey
- 1 Tbsp Yellow Mustard
- 1 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Onion Powder
- ¼ tsp Smoked Paprika
- ¼ tsp Coarse Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl whisk together the oil, dijon mustard, honey, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, onion powder, paprika and pepper.
Spray your air fryer basket with some oil to keep the chicken from sticking.
Place the chicken thighs in a single layer with a little space between each in your air fryer basket.
Brush half the oil mixture over the chicken thighs.
Air fry at 350 degrees for 14 minutes. At 7 minutes flip the thighs over and brush the other half of the oil mixture onto them. Continue to air fry until done.
Chicken is done when the internal temperature of the thickest part is at least 165 degrees.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Meat, Chicken
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
If you made these Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs I would love to hear what you thought! Please leave a star rating and a comment below. This is one of my favorite easy weeknight dinners and I hope it becomes one of yours too!
Top Tip
Do not skip the step of flipping the chicken thighs at the halfway point and brushing the second half of the honey mustard sauce on at that time. This two step basting process is what gives these chicken thighs that beautiful caramelized glaze and incredible flavor on both sides.
Always use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the thickest part has reached at least 165 degrees before serving.
Storage
Store leftover honey mustard chicken thighs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat place the chicken thighs back in the air fryer at 350 degrees for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through and the outside is crispy again.
You can also reheat in the microwave covered with a damp paper towel in 30 second intervals but the air fryer will give you a much better result. These chicken thighs also freeze well! Place cooled leftovers in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes you can use bone in chicken thighs but the cooking time will need to be adjusted. Bone in chicken thighs are thicker and will take longer to cook through so plan on adding 5 to 8 additional minutes to the cooking time. Always check that the internal temperature of the thickest part away from the bone has reached at least 165 degrees before serving.
Boneless skinless chicken thighs are my preference for this recipe because they cook faster and more evenly in the air fryer.
Absolutely! The homemade honey mustard sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and stored in a sealed jar or airtight container in the refrigerator. Give it a good whisk or shake before using as it may separate slightly as it sits. Having the sauce ready to go makes this already quick and easy recipe even faster to pull together on a busy weeknight.
These air fryer honey mustard chicken thighs pair beautifully with so many side dishes. My favorites are roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, rice, or a simple green salad. My Oven Roasted Parmesan Green Beans and my Honey Dijon Carrot Salad are both delicious alongside this recipe and complement the honey mustard flavor beautifully.
The most reliable way to know your chicken thighs are fully cooked is to use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature of the thickest part of the chicken should reach at least 165 degrees before serving. The outside of the chicken will be golden brown and caramelized from the honey mustard glaze when it is done. Every air fryer runs slightly differently so checking the temperature is always the best way to make sure your chicken is perfectly cooked every time.
