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Delicious Mississippi Mud Chicken for a Cozy Family Meal

Enjoy this delightful Mississippi Mud Chicken recipe, perfect for a cozy family dinner with comforting flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs helps retain moisture and adds rich flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil provides a nice base for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon paprika adds warmth and color
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder brings fragrant depth
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder enhances savory profile
  • 1 teaspoon salt essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon pepper essential for flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce infuses sweet, tangy flavor
  • 2 tablespoons honey adds sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce adds umami note
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional for spice
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions for garnish
  • 4 cups rice or mashed potatoes accompaniments for sauce

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat dry the chicken thighs and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil and sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Flip chicken thighs over and reduce heat to medium. Whisk together barbecue sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce in a bowl.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and sauce is bubbling.
  6. Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Prepare serving dish with rice or mashed potatoes.
  7. Arrange chicken on the serving plate, drizzle with extra sauce, and sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.

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