Dijon Maple Chicken Thighs
A quick and flavorful dish featuring chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy Dijon-maple sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder and thyme in a small bowl.
- Place chicken thighs in a single layer in a baking dish.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring a good coating.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked through (165°F/75°C) and crispy.
- Serve warm with remaining sauce over the top, alongside preferred sides.
Notes
For more flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours or overnight before baking. Can be paired with rice, vegetables, or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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