Description
Balsamic Chicken Thighs are the perfect blend of savory and sweet, making them an ideal choice for any dining occasion. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a rich balsamic glaze, complemented by earthy baby bella mushrooms. This easy-to-follow recipe not only delivers robust flavors but also allows for versatility with sides, making it a favorite for busy weeknights or special gatherings alike. With minimal preparation and cooking time, these Balsamic Chicken Thighs will easily become a beloved staple on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic (divided)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms (cut in half)
- 2 cups balsamic vinegar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, toss chicken thighs with olive oil, 2 teaspoons garlic, salt, and pepper until coated.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add honey and briefly stir. Brown chicken thighs for about 1-2 minutes on each side.
- Transfer browned chicken to the prepared baking dish.
- Toss mushrooms with remaining melted butter, garlic, salt, and pepper; arrange around the chicken.
- Bake for approximately 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, combine balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil then simmer until reduced by half.
- Stir in remaining honey and drizzle glaze over baked chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with mushrooms (200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 125mg