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Savory Balsamic Glazed Chicken Thighs

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This recipe features crispy skin chicken thighs glazed with a tangy and sweet balsamic reduction, perfect for quick and flavorful weeknight dinners or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar (120 ml), preferably aged
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (optional)
  • ¼ cup chicken broth (60 ml)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet or oven-safe frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 7-9 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
  5. Flip the chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes on the other side.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. While the chicken roasts, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, chopped thyme, and chicken broth in a small bowl and stir well.
  8. Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the chicken to a plate.
  9. Place the skillet back on the stove over medium heat and pour in the glaze mixture.
  10. Simmer gently, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  11. Return the chicken to the pan, spoon glaze over each thigh, and cook for another 2 minutes to let flavors meld.
  12. Serve hot with extra glaze spooned over the chicken.

Notes

Pat chicken dry thoroughly to ensure crispy skin. Do not flip chicken too soon to avoid tearing the skin. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness. If glaze thickens too much or burns, add a splash of chicken broth to loosen it. The glaze can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.

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