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Flavorful Roasted Cherry Balsamic Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze and bursts of roasted cherry flavor, perfect for an easy and impressive dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 lbs / 1.4 kg)
  • 1 cup pitted fresh or frozen cherries (150 g)
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar (80 ml), preferably aged
  • 2 tablespoons honey (30 ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cherries, balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes until skin is golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for 2 minutes. Work in batches if needed.
  5. Pour the cherry balsamic mixture around and over the chicken in the skillet.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and cherries soften to create a glaze.
  7. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Patting chicken dry is essential for crispy skin. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C). If skillet is not oven-safe, transfer to a baking dish before roasting. Cover loosely with foil if glaze starts to burn. Frozen cherries should be thawed and drained before use. Maple syrup can replace honey for a vegan glaze. Chicken breasts can be used but watch cooking time to avoid dryness.

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