Description
Balsamic Chicken Thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. This recipe features succulent chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, complemented by earthy mushrooms and aromatic herbs. With minimal prep time and a quick cooking process, you’ll have a flavorful meal ready in just about 30 minutes. Impress your family and friends with this restaurant-quality dish that delivers on taste while being healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
- 2 cups balsamic vinegar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken thighs with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, melt butter and honey over medium-high heat. Brown the seasoned chicken thighs for 1–2 minutes per side.
- Transfer browned chicken to the baking dish. Toss mushrooms with remaining melted butter, garlic, salt, and pepper; add to the dish.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- While baking, prepare the balsamic glaze by simmering balsamic vinegar and brown sugar until thickened.
- Drizzle glaze over baked chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (120g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 180mg