Solomon's Spicy Maple Glazed Chicken

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A sweet-and-spicy chicken dish with a glossy maple glaze, ideal for a flavorful family meal. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) 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 420 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: 20 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, mix maple syrup, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, brown sugar, and black pepper. Pour the glaze over the chicken and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Serve with extra glaze drizzled on top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Solomon's Spicy Maple Glazed Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Solomon's Spicy Maple Glazed Chicken?

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 (6 oz each) chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Solomon's Spicy Maple Glazed Chicken?

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 Solomon's Spicy Maple Glazed Chicken 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 Solomon's Spicy Maple Glazed Chicken?

Asian 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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