Maple Roasted Chicken Thighs
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Maple Roasted Chicken Thighs recipe, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors! Featuring tender, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs caramelized to golden perfection with a luscious glaze of pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and a hint of fresh garlic, this dish is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. The secret lies in the rich glaze, which infuses every bite with bold flavor, while a touch of optional thyme adds a fragrant, herby note. With just 15 minutes of prep and minimal cleanup, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet elegant enough for a weekend feast. Serve these crispy, succulent chicken thighs alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s bursting with flavor. Perfectly roasted and irresistibly sticky, this easy dinner idea will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 0.25 cups pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet or roasting pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easier cleanup.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme leaves (if using), salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. This will help the skin crisp up during roasting. Place the chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up.
Brush a generous amount of the maple glaze over each chicken thigh, reserving about 1/3 of the glaze for basting later.
Roast the chicken thighs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and brush the chicken with more of the maple glaze.
Return the chicken to the oven and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and caramelized.
If desired, switch the oven to broil for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking to achieve extra crispy edges. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.9 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.5 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 4297 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 164.8 g | 330% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2200 mg | 47% | |
*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.
