Description
Balsamic Chicken Thighs are a delightful and easy weeknight dinner option that combines tender, juicy chicken with a rich, sweet-tangy balsamic glaze. This dish is perfect for busy families or those looking to impress guests with minimal effort. With just 10 minutes of prep time and one-pan cleanup, you can enjoy a flavorful meal that pairs well with various sides like rice, roasted vegetables, or fresh salads. The aromatic blend of garlic and herbs infuses the chicken with delicious flavors while the balsamic glaze elevates the dish to new heights. Try this recipe tonight for a satisfying and impressive dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic (divided)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms (cut in half)
- 2 cups balsamic vinegar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a rimmed sheet pan.
- Toss chicken thighs in olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until coated.
- Brown thighs in a skillet with melted butter and honey for 1-2 minutes per side.
- Transfer to the baking dish; add seasoned mushrooms around the chicken.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Simmer balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a saucepan until thickened; stir in honey.
- Drizzle glaze over baked chicken and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh with mushrooms (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 130mg