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Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs

Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs for Irresistible Weeknight Flavor

Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and savory with these Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs, a weeknight favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On) Juicy and tender with crispy skin
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Provides natural sweetness
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Enhances umami flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Introduces gentle tang
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Offers brightness and acidity
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for searing
  • to taste Salt Basic seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Basic seasoning
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (Optional) Adds freshness and color

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Transfer the chicken to a plate. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar to the skillet. Stir and simmer for 1-2 minutes to create the glaze.
  5. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet skin-side up and spoon some glaze over them.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-18 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 175°F (75°C).
  7. Remove the skillet from the oven, baste the chicken with the glaze, and let rest for about 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Pat dry the chicken thighs thoroughly for crispy skin. Use a meat thermometer to confirm the internal temperature reaches 175°F for safety.

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