Dijon Maple Chicken Thighs
A delightful dish combining the tangy flavor of Dijon mustard with the sweet richness of maple syrup, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard and maple syrup.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Pour the maple-Dijon mixture over the seared chicken.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and spoon the sauce over before serving hot.
Notes
Consider using bone-in, skin-on thighs for more flavor. Searing the chicken helps to develop a tasty crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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