apple cider chicken thighs (Print)

Juicy chicken thighs baked with apple cider, honey, and Dijon for a sweet-savory family meal.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 1 cup apple cider
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons honey
05 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
07 - Salt and pepper to taste
08 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
02 - Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, and place them in the baking dish.
03 - Whisk together apple cider, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and thyme.
04 - Pour the glaze over the chicken thighs, ensuring an even coating.
05 - Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
06 - Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with the remaining sauce.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Pat chicken thighs completely dry before seasoning to ensure better browning and glaze adhesion.
02 - Use fresh apple cider rather than apple juice for more complex flavor and better reduction.
03 - Reserve some glaze before adding it to the raw chicken for drizzling after cooking.
04 - Check internal temperature at the thickest part of the thigh for accurate doneness.

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