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Cozy Maple Dijon Roasted Chicken Thighs: Easy One Pan Dinner

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This easy one-pan dinner features juicy roasted chicken thighs with a sweet and tangy maple Dijon glaze. It’s a quick, comforting meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights and impresses with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds or 900g)
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup (80ml)
  • 3 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard (45ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (15ml)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Position a rack in the middle of the oven.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl or large liquid measuring cup, whisk together the maple syrup, whole-grain Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified.
  4. Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or directly in the sheet pan. Pour the marinade over them and use your hands or tongs to turn the chicken several times, making sure each piece is well coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes at room temperature (or marinate in the fridge for up to 2 hours).
  5. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a prepared sheet pan in a single layer with space between each piece. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken.
  6. Roast for 35-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of a thigh reaches 175°F (80°C). At the 20-minute mark, baste the chicken with the pan juices.
  7. Let the chicken rest on the pan for 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter. Spoon some of the pan juices over the top. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs. The whole-grain Dijon mustard adds texture and a milder heat. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure crispy skin. Basting at the 20-minute mark creates a superior sticky glaze. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices. If using boneless, skinless thighs, reduce cooking time to 20-25 minutes and cook to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

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Keywords: maple dijon chicken, roasted chicken thighs, one pan dinner, easy chicken recipe, sheet pan chicken, comfort food, gluten-free, dairy-free

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