Maple-Glazed Walnut Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and savory maple sauce, complemented by toasted walnuts for a delightful crunch. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, maple syrup, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin side down and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip the chicken and add 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup maple syrup and 2 tbsp soy sauce. Pour the glaze over the chicken thighs.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Step 6: Remove from the oven, sprinkle 1/3 cup chopped toasted walnuts over the chicken, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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