Bourbon-Maple Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

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Juicy roasted chicken thighs glazed with a rich bourbon and maple syrup sauce, delivering a perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, bourbon, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
1/4 cup bourbon
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
2 tbsp soy sauce
3, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly on all sides.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup bourbon, 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves until combined.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes until the skin turns golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Flip the chicken thighs and pour the bourbon-maple glaze evenly over them. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the glaze thickens.
Step 5: Remove from oven and spoon additional glaze over the chicken before serving for a shiny, flavorful finish.