Balsamic-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus

Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a tangy balsamic reduction, served with tender asparagus for a simple yet elegant dinner.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 35 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 bunch, trimmed asparagus
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In small bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper; rub evenly over chicken.
2. Step 2: Heat oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Place chicken skin-side down, cook 5-6 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 2 more minutes.
3. Step 3: Transfer skillet to oven at 400°F and roast 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
4. Step 4: While chicken roasts, toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper on separate sheet pan; roast 15-18 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: In saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard; simmer 5-7 minutes until reduced by half and syrupy.
6. Step 6: Remove chicken and asparagus from oven, slice chicken thighs, and serve with asparagus and balsamic glaze.