Description
A delightful dish that blends sweet and savory flavors, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the apple cider, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, and chopped thyme.
- Pour the glaze over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with the remaining sauce.
Notes
For better flavor, properly season the chicken. Optionally, marinate in the apple cider mixture for a few hours for deeper taste. Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper cooking temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken, apple cider, savory, easy dinner, gluten-free