Baked Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Root Vegetables

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Juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet maple glaze, roasted alongside earthy root vegetables for a comforting meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 60 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, skin on, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 45 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 3 minced garlic cloves to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Toss 3 peeled and chunked carrots, 2 peeled and chunked parsnips, and 1 cut red onion wedge with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Place 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs on top of the vegetables and brush each thigh generously with half of the maple-mustard glaze.
  4. Step 4: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then brush the chicken again with the remaining glaze and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until the chicken skin is caramelized and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving the chicken thighs alongside the roasted root vegetables.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pure maple syrup from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Root Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Root Vegetables?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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