Description

Savory, tangy, and slightly sweet, these balsamic chicken thighs are sure to become your new favorite chicken thigh recipe. With a pull-apart tender texture and sticky balsamic glaze coating, they’re impossible to resist!

Ingredients

Scale

2.5–3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons kosher salt

Instructions

Step: Mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, tomato paste, thyme, and salt in a small bowl and whisk until fully combined.
Step: Place the boneless chicken thighs in a large mixing bowl or directly in the baking dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs and toss until the chicken is fully coated in the balsamic marinade.
Step: Cover with plastic wrap and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
Step: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Transfer the chicken thighs to an oven-safe baking dish (if not already) and arrange them in a single layer with the smooth side up.
Step: Roast the chicken thighs for 25 minutes or until cooked through.
Step: Once fully cooked, broil under high heat for 5 minutes to caramelize the tops.
Step: Remove from the oven and let the chicken thighs rest for about 10 minutes, then serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Test for doneness using a meat thermometer; boneless chicken thighs are fully cooked once the thickest part reaches 165°F. Marinating for at least 30 minutes is highly recommended to deepen flavors.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 416 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 1024 mg
Fat: 26 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
Trans Fat: 0.03 g
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 37 g
Cholesterol: 180 mg

Keywords: balsamic chicken thighs, oven-baked chicken, boneless chicken thighs, sticky balsamic glaze, easy dinner