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Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs

Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs That Elevate Your Dinner Game

Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs offer a delightful blend of savory and sweet, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On) Provides moisture and allows for crispy skin
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Use real, pure maple syrup (Grade A or B)
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce if required
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Contributes a gentle tang
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Brightens the glaze
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for frying
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic enhances flavor
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Basic seasonings to enhance flavor
For Serving (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Adds color and a fresh touch

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add olive oil to the skillet and heat over medium-high until shimmering.
  4. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 2 minutes before removing from skillet.
  6. Saute minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Pour in maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Stir and simmer.
  8. Return chicken thighs skin-side up to the skillet and spoon some glaze over them.
  9. Roast chicken in the oven for 15-18 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 175°F.
  10. Remove from oven, baste with glaze, and let rest for 5 minutes.
  11. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 11gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze.

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