Glazed Chicken Kahlua
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this rich and flavorful Glazed Chicken Kahlua recipe, where tender, golden-seared chicken thighs are bathed in a luscious sauce made with Kahlua coffee liqueur, honey, and soy sauce. This one-pan dish combines savory, sweet, and subtly smoky flavors, with a touch of garlic and shallots for aromatic depth. A quick sear locks in moisture, while a stint in the oven finishes the chicken to crispy-skinned perfection. The glossy Kahlua glaze clings beautifully to the chicken, making every bite irresistible. Serve this elegant entrée over fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes, and garnish with fresh parsley for a restaurant-quality meal you can make at home. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy family dinner, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 medium Shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Kahlua coffee liqueur
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin becomes golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for 2-3 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Deglaze the skillet by adding the Kahlua coffee liqueur, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to slightly reduce.
Stir in the soy sauce, honey, and chicken broth. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors together.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the skillet to thicken the sauce; cook for 1-2 minutes until the glaze is smooth and glossy.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon some of the glaze over the top. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Spoon more glaze over the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve the Glazed Chicken Kahlua with your choice of sides such as rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.4 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 137 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 920 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.1 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 442 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
