Orange-Thyme Chicken with Aperol Glaze

Name: Orange-Thyme Chicken with Aperol Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1.5 lb Chicken thighs; 2 oz Aperol; 2 oz Fresh orange juice; 1 tbsp Honey; 1 tsp Fresh thyme leaves; 1 tbsp Olive oil; 2, minced Garlic cloves; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Chicken thighs coated in a sweet-tart glaze made with Aperol, orange juice, and fresh thyme for a balanced dinner.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Chicken

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 30 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1.5 lb Chicken thighs
2 oz Aperol
2 oz Fresh orange juice
1 tbsp Honey
1 tsp Fresh thyme leaves
1 tbsp Olive oil
2, minced Garlic cloves
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 2 oz Aperol, 2 oz fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until reduced by half.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 1.5 lb chicken thighs with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 3: Sear chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and simmer for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4: Pour the reduced glaze over chicken, turning to coat evenly. Simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.