Description
Balsamic Chicken Thighs are a delightful fusion of tender, juicy chicken and savory mushrooms, all enveloped in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special family gatherings. With just a handful of ingredients and quick preparation, you can impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds in just 30 minutes. The combination of garlic, herbs, and balsamic vinegar creates an irresistible flavor that elevates this simple chicken recipe to new heights. Get ready to enjoy a scrumptious meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
- 2 cups balsamic vinegar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
- Toss chicken thighs with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until coated.
- In a skillet, melt butter and honey over medium-high heat; brown the chicken for 1-2 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to the baking dish.
- Toss mushrooms with remaining melted butter, garlic, salt, and pepper; place around the chicken.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Simmer balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a saucepan until thickened; drizzle over the baked chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg