Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Herb Roasted Potatoes

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Juicy, fall-off-the-bone chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet maple-herb glaze, served alongside crispy roasted potatoes for the perfect weeknight comfort meal. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, maple syrup, Dijon mustard 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: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place in a large oven-safe skillet.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp thyme, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl. Brush half of the glaze evenly over chicken thighs.
  3. Step 3: Toss chopped potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Arrange chicken thighs on top of potatoes.
  4. Step 4: Roast in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 35-40 minutes, basting chicken with remaining glaze every 15 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and potatoes are golden and crispy around the edges.
  5. Step 5: Transfer chicken and potatoes to a serving platter. Discard any excess liquid from skillet, then simmer the remaining glaze for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Drizzle over chicken and garnish with remaining fresh thyme before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Herb Roasted Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Herb Roasted Potatoes?

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 chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Herb Roasted Potatoes?

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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Herb Roasted Potatoes 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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Herb Roasted Potatoes?

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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