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Apricot and Dijon Glazed Baked Chicken Thighs

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Enjoy the sweet and savory Apricot and Dijon Glazed Baked Chicken Thighs, an easy and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs the star of the dish; tender and juicy
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Apricot Jam adds sweetness; can substitute with peach or orange marmalade
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard provides a zesty contrast
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil enhances the richness
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme infuses a lovely herbal freshness; can substitute with rosemary
  • to taste Salt essential for flavor
  • to taste Pepper essential for flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine apricot jam, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and freshly chopped thyme. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and brush half of the glaze over the top.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes, until glaze is bubbling and chicken is cooked through.
  6. At the 15-minute mark, brush the remaining glaze over the chicken thighs.
  7. Check the internal temperature of the chicken, should reach 165°F (74°C).
  8. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For even more flavor, let the glazed chicken marinate in the fridge for a couple of hours or overnight before baking.

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