Fenton Maple-Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs

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Oven-roasted chicken thighs brushed with a sweet and savory Fenton maple glaze, producing crispy skin and juicy meat. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, 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: 40 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season evenly with 1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp smoked paprika.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tbsp olive oil to create the glaze.
  3. Step 3: Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil. Brush each thigh generously with half of the maple glaze.
  4. Step 4: Roast chicken in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then remove and brush with remaining glaze. Continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes until skin is caramelized and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Let rest 5 minutes before serving with pan juices drizzled over.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Fenton Maple-Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 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 Fenton Maple-Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs?

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 salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Fenton Maple-Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs?

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 Fenton Maple-Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Fenton Maple-Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs?

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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