Apple Cider-Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

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Juicy roasted chicken thighs coated in a tangy apple cider glaze, delivering a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, apple cider vinegar, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 360 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 1.2 kg) bone-in chicken thighs
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3 tbsp honey
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp olive oil until combined.
Step 3: Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment. Brush half of the apple cider glaze over the chicken evenly.
Step 4: Roast the chicken for 25 minutes, then brush the remaining glaze over the thighs and scatter 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme on top.
Step 5: Continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and crisp and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving with your choice of sides.