Spicy Maple Chicken: Juicy Flavor That Elevates Weeknight Dinners
Discover the perfect balance of heat and sweetness with this Spicy Maple Chicken recipe that will transform your weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together maple syrup, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, and black pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they’re well coated.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and caramelized.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before baking.
- Pair with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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