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Baked Maple Chicken Thighs

Prep Time 35 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Rest Time 5 mins
Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 450  F
Servings: 6
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

A basic recipe for chicken that combines some light sweetness and tartness to provide a good base for building more flavor. Oven baking reduces the calorie count considerably over frying.

Adapted from Craving Tasty

Ingredients
  • 12 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley, divided
Instructions
  1. 1

    In a large bowl combine all ingredients except chicken and parsley, and stir to combine. Add chicken and 1 tbsp of parsley and mix until all the chicken is coated. Cover and set aside for 20-30 minutes to marinate at room temperature.

  2. 2

    Near the end of the marinating time, preheat oven to 450 F.

  3. 3

    Remove the chicken from the bowl and arrange in a 9 x 13 baking dish or lipped baking sheet. Pour remaining marinade over the chicken.

  4. 4

    Bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 150-155 F). Move the dish to the top rack in the oven and switch to the Broil setting. Broil the chicken for 3-5 minutes or until it is slightly browned.

  5. 5

    Remove the chicken from the oven and let rest 5 minutes. Baste with pan juices and garnish with remaining parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Serving Size 2 thighs (approx 6 oz)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 306kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.5g27%
Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
Cholesterol 160mg54%
Sodium 1477mg62%
Potassium 27mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 4.7g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 4g
Protein 38.1g77%
Calcium 8 mg
Iron 2 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Notes
  • As written, this dish has only a small hint of sweetness and a hint of tartness. Some suggestions for added flavor:
    • Increase maple syrup in the marinade to 3 tablespoons
    • Offer a selection of condiments (mustard, maple syrup, tabasco, chow chow, chutney, etc.) depending on individual tastes
Keywords: chicken, thigh, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, sheet baking, oven baked
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