Description
Succulent maple dijon chicken delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors that dance across your palate. Dinner guests will savor each delicious bite of this simple yet sophisticated Canadian-inspired main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 lb chicken thighs
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a large baking dish with a light coating of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Combine maple syrup, dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl, whisking until the sauce is smooth and well-integrated.
- Pat chicken breasts and thighs dry with paper towels to ensure optimal sauce adherence and even seasoning.
- Arrange chicken pieces in the prepared baking dish, creating a single layer without overcrowding.
- Pour the maple dijon sauce evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is generously coated and surrounded by the flavorful mixture.
- Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves across the chicken for an aromatic herbal infusion.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and develops a golden-brown glaze.
- Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, adding a bright, fresh element to the dish.
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining pan sauce over the chicken for extra flavor.
Notes
- Pat chicken completely dry to help the sauce stick and caramelize beautifully, creating a glossy golden-brown exterior.
- Customize the sauce’s sweetness and tanginess by adjusting maple syrup and dijon mustard ratios to suit personal taste preferences.
- Consider using bone-in chicken thighs for extra moisture and deeper flavor development during roasting.
- Transform this recipe into a low-carb option by substituting maple syrup with a sugar-free alternative like monk fruit sweetener.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg