Baked Honey Balsamic Chicken features juicy chicken thighs marinated and baked in a tangy-sweet glaze of balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, and herbs for an easy, flavorful dinner.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
Scale
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, olive oil, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
Place chicken thighs in the baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Turn chicken to coat evenly.
Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor).
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and skin is caramelized. Baste with pan juices once or twice during baking.
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve with rice, potatoes, or vegetables.
Notes
Use boneless thighs or breasts, adjusting cook time as needed.
Add a splash of soy sauce for extra umami flavor.
Great for meal prep — store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.