Maple Glazed Chicken
Tender, juicy chicken breasts meet the perfect balance of sweet and savory in this Maple Glazed Chicken recipe. Bathed in a luscious glaze made from rich maple syrup, tangy Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar, each bite is packed with bold, caramelized flavor. The chicken is seared to golden perfection and finished in the oven for a delightful combination of crispy edges and moist, succulent meat. Enhanced with garlic and a hint of fresh thyme, this dish is as elegant as it is simple, ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or an impressive dinner party centerpiece, serve this irresistible maple glazed chicken with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a meal the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 0.5 cups Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic until well combined.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium, pour the maple glaze mixture into the skillet, and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, turning them to coat both sides with the maple glaze.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the chicken with the glaze every 7-10 minutes for extra flavor.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired.
Serve warm with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1749 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4148 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.1 g | ||
| Protein | 215.8 g | 432% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 119 mg | 3% | |
*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.
