Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs (with Balsamic Glaze)

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Roast Chicken Thighs with some delicious root vegetables, cooked all together on one sheet pan. Then drizzle with a gorgeous balsamic glaze. Dinner is SERVED!

 

I LOVE this time of year!! I get to make all kinds of things in the oven and not worry about heating up the house. Making oven-baked chicken thighs is a great way to feed a crowd, as they are inexpensive and easy to cook. Tender and juicy, the whole family will dig in happily.

This sheet pan chicken dinner is awesome, just prep the veggies and chicken, drizzle with olive oil and some seasonings – and bake.

If you’re like me and are ALWAYS short on time (and have a hate-hate relationship with doing dishes) – these oven-roasted chicken thighs are for YOU! It’s all done on the one sheet pan!

Here, I take some very simple vegetables to make dinner:

• Parsnips
• Sweet Potatoes
• Red Onions
• Brussels Sprouts

If you love this, you’ll also enjoy my Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner (using chicken breasts)

Balsamic Glaze

The piece de resistance is, of course, the balsamic glaze. Such a super simple thing (only two ingredients), that packs such a delicious flavor. Rich, glossy and syrupy – and can be used in so many different ways to amp up the flavor of a dish.

I love using it to dip vegetables in, with a Caprese salad, drizzled over a creamy brie, drizzled on a pizza (one with caramelized onions is good), or simply over roasted chicken or pork tenderloin.

It can take things from pretty good – to OMG-I-need-more.

Why this recipe works:

• Simple. Nothing fancy, and easy to switch up based on what you have on hand.
• Homemade. Which also means budget-friendly!
• Delicious. Your family will love it!

Kylee’s Notes & FAQs

• Group your Brussels sprouts towards the center of the sheet pan, vs the edge – to prevent over-browning.
• Choose chicken thighs that are similar in size for even cooking.
• Cook chicken until it reaches 165 degrees F when tested in the thickest part with a thermometer.

Substitutions/additions:

• Mix up your vegetable choices: squash, asparagus, green beans, carrots, and fingerling potatoes are all good choices for this kind of dinner
• Use chicken breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs instead of the bone in skin on thighs. Cook times will vary based on thickness of chicken.
• Add some garlic powder and onion powder to the spice mixture.
• Use Italian seasoning in place of the thyme and rosemary.

How to make this Baked Chicken Thigh Recipe:

GET PREPPED

• Heat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Cut off the ends of the Brussels sprouts and pull off any yellow leaves.
• Peel the sweet potatoes, and cut into ½ inch rounds
• Peel the parsnips and cut in half lengthwise (do in quarters if they are especially large)
• Combine salt, pepper, thyme and rosemary in a small bowl.
• Arrange vegetables and chicken (skin side up for crispy chicken skin) on a large sheet pan, and drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with the mixed herbs/seasoning.

ROAST THE CHICKEN

• Roast for 35 minutes (it will be between 35-40 minutes), rotating the sheet pan one time during cooking. Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F to be done.

SERVE

• Remove from oven and drizzle with Balsamic Glaze.
• Devour.

FOR THE BALSAMIC GLAZE

• In a small saucepan, add the balsamic vinegar and maple syrup and heat over medium until bubbles appear.
• Turn the heat down to medium-low and allow to simmer for about 10 minutes until the liquid reduces by half.
• Cool, and use as above.

More Chicken Recipes:

• Chicken Pot Pie (made in 1 skillet)? It’s super easy, and an absolute family favorite!
• Simple Sour Cream Enchiladas are great to make ahead and bake when you need them.
• This Italian Style Mozzarella Skillet is the stuff of DREAMS. Try it!
• ALL CHICKEN RECIPES

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