How to Make Baked Chicken Thighs with Marmalade-Mustard Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked chicken thighs are a classic comfort food that is beloved by many. They are juicy, flavorful, and incredibly versatile, making them a go-to choice for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike. One of the best things about chicken thighs is that they are incredibly forgiving - they can be cooked for a long time without drying out, resulting in tender, succulent meat.

One of the most delicious ways to elevate baked chicken thighs is by adding a flavorful sauce to complement t...

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Ingredients

  • 4 boneless chicken thighs
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup orange marmalade
  • ¼ cup bourbon
  • ¼ cup yellow mustard
  • ¼ cup onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown chicken on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer chicken thighs to an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Combine orange marmalade, bourbon, mustard, onion, and garlic in a small bowl. Pour sauce into the skillet. Cook and whisk over medium heat to cook off the bourbon, about 2 minutes. Pour sauce over chicken thighs in the baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until chicken thighs are longer pink and juices run clear, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted in the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    395 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 461mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 25g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 205mg

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