Prepare your taste buds for a burst of flavor with this Maple Lemon Glazed Chicken Thighs! Tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a tangy lemon glaze, infused with the sweetness of maple syrup for the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.
BEHIND THE MAPLE LEMON CHICKEN
Yes Tootz, It’s another glutton recipe for your dinner time flow. I have been making various chicken dishes for Naught-E as he needs protein while he’s at work. He loves chicken! LOL! He’s usually on his feet all day so when he comes home from slaving away, I try to re-energize him with delicious chicken dinners with veggies.
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HOW TO BAKE THESE MAPLE LEMON CHICKEN
Please don’t ding me for baking these on a silpat. I put the Maple Lemon Glazed Chicken Thighs on the silpat and then on top of a baking pan. Besides these silpats are easier for me to wash. I tend to use Chicken Thighs because they are not dry like Chicken Breast (Boobiez) when it comes to baking.
MAPLE LEMON GLAZE
I used fresh lemons and it’s zest to give a more lemony flavor for the glaze. I religiously use my organic coconut aminos because of it’s sweet soy flavor. If you don’t have any, feel free to use low-sodium soy sauce or gluten free tamari. You can find them in the asian isles of any grocery store.
Then, I used Organic Maple Syrup which is the best part. MMM! Sprinkled in some garlic and onion powder dusts as usual and then chopped organic chives. I thicken the sauce with cornstarch and water.
WHAT TO SERVE WITH THE CHICKEN
As far as side dishes goes, I like adding veggies. Specially dark greens like spinach that were used here. I did make a little more of the glazed and saute the spinach in. I added about 3 gloves of minced garlic cause we both like the taste and it’s super good for the heart. Don’t skip out on garlic especially when you get older.
Benefits of using garlic: They lower the blood pressure and cholesterol, has fewer calories, plus they make you live longer. I hated garlic when I was younger but as I started cooking with them, it brings in more flavor to any dish.
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AIGHT I’M OUTRO…
MAPLE LEMON GLAZED CHICKEN
Ingredients
- 4 Bone In Chicken Thighs
- Dash of Garlic Powder
- Dash of Onion Powder
- Black Pepper
- Pinch of #Cuteness
Maple Lemon Glaze
- ¼ Cup Organic Maple Syrup
- 2 Tbsp Coconut Aminos Or Low Sodium Soy Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice (Freshly Squeeze)
- Lemon Zest
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Organic Chives
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tbsp Brown Coconut Sugar
- ½ Tbsp Cornstarch + 1 Tbsp Water
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a deep baking pan place silpat. Rub seasonings all over thighs and place skin side down on baking pan. Bake 20 mins one side draining the fatty oils.
- While thighs are baking, mix all the glaze ingredients in a saucepan over medium high heat then reduce until thickened. Set aside.
- Turn the thighs over and bake for another 20 mins glazing the chickens thighs every 10mins.
- Serve over rice or quinoa with a side of veggies.
Notes
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myfootprintsaroundtheglobesite
That looks so delicious! Definitely trying it this weekend
Jena Leigh
Thank you! Let me know how it turns out!
Hilary
This sounds delicious! I can’t wait to try it
Jena Leigh
Awesome Hope you enjoy!
tcleland88
These look and sound delicious! The combination of maple and lemon is intriguing.
Jena Leigh
It was random at the time and turned out well😊
Charlotte Jessop
This looks and sounds amazing! When I look at the picture I am convinced I can smell it.
Jena Leigh
Lol thats so nice of you! It does smell good tho😊
toeatdrinkbemarried (@Sophinza)
Maple on chicken thighs?! I can just imagine the juiciness!
Jena Leigh
Oh yes! Its sweet and tart!
No Compass Necessary
Mmm! Maple sounds so good and perfect for fall!
Jena Leigh
Yup it sure does! Thanks for stopping by!
Jen @ Jenron Designs
This recipe looks delicious I am hoping that it can be also be made with boneless chicken breasts as well, I tent not to eat a lot of dark meat, but I know this can mean it might be dryer and less flavorful.
Luci Cook
That looks and sound like a great combination. The sweetness from the maple and the tart of the lemon plays well together.
Jena Leigh
Thank you! It tastes better than it sounds😊
paige
oh my gosh these look divineeeee and i can’t wait to try!! love the combo of maple and lemon – you are a genius! x
Jena Leigh
Aww thanks Paige! I just wanted to see how it would taste and it came out well!
Katz Voyage
this seriously looks SO good. i want to make it tonight:)!!!
Jena Leigh
Yes please do! 😊
Becky Craigo
Looks yummy!!
Jena Leigh
Thank you. It was😊