20+ Healthy Chicken Thigh Recipes
These healthy chicken thigh recipes are easy, versatile, and, most importantly, delicious! This simple crispy baked chicken is a family favorite.
Servings 8 servings
Calories 240kcal
Ingredients
- 8 chicken thighs boneless
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 210C/425F. Season your chicken thigh fillets with salt and pepper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, brown sugar and garlic. Transfer the mixture into a large ziplock bag, then add the chicken thighs to them and toss until combined.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place them on a large baking sheet lined with tinfoil.
- Bake for 20 minutes, before switching the oven to the broil setting so the sauce on top slightly thickens.
- Remove the baked chicken thighs from the oven and serve immediately.
Notes
TO STORE: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 5 days.
TO FREEZE: Place the cooled baked chicken thighs in an airtight container and store it in the freezer for up to two months.
TO REHEAT: Either microwave the chicken for 30-40 seconds or in a preheated oven until hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 1chicken thigh | Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 12g | Sodium: 654mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 94IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg | NET CARBS: 3g