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Maple Glazed Chicken

Irresistible Maple Glazed Chicken Recipe That’s Easy & Juicy

Enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of maple glazed chicken with this easy recipe, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken & Marinade
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs or breasts bone-in for juiciness, boneless for quicker cooking
  • 1/2 cup Pure maple syrup key ingredient for sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard adds tangy depth
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce provides savory umami notes
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice brightens and tenderizes
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil keeps chicken moist
  • 1 teaspoon Salt for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper for seasoning
Optional Extras for Glaze & Garnish
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes for a mild kick
  • 2 sprigs Fresh thyme or rosemary for aromatic notes
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • bowl
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Marinade
  1. Combine pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth and well blended.
  2. Marinate chicken pieces in the maple mixture, turning to coat all sides. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and position a rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. Arrange chicken skin-side up on the sheet, reserving extra marinade for basting.
  3. Bake chicken on the middle rack for 25–30 minutes until skin is golden brown and caramelized. Check with a thermometer to reach 165°F (74°C).
  4. Rest baked chicken on a warmed platter for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 27gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 16gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Sprinkle chopped parsley or fresh thyme before serving for a herby finish.

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