Save to Pinterest Succulent, oven-baked chicken thighs glazed in a sticky honey BBQ sauce, served with creamy garlic mashed potatoes for a comforting and flavorful meal.
This recipe has become a family favorite for weeknight dinners and impresses guests with minimal effort.
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Ingredients
- Chicken Thighs: 8 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- Olive Oil: 1 tbsp
- Smoked Paprika: 1 tsp
- Garlic Powder: 1 tsp
- Onion Powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Black Pepper: 1/2 tsp
- BBQ Sauce: 1/2 cup use gluten-free if needed
- Honey: 3 tbsp
- Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 tbsp
- Dijon Mustard: 1 tsp
- Yukon Gold Potatoes: 2 lbs 900g peeled and cut into chunks
- Garlic Cloves: 4 peeled
- Whole Milk: 1/2 cup warmed or dairy-free alternative
- Unsalted Butter: 1/4 cup or olive oil for dairy-free
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Black Pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Fresh Chives: 2 tbsp chopped optional
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Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare Chicken:
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a small bowl mix olive oil smoked paprika garlic powder onion powder salt and black pepper. Rub mixture over chicken thighs.
- Bake Chicken:
- Arrange chicken thighs skin side up on baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Make Sauce:
- Whisk together BBQ sauce honey apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard.
- Glaze Chicken:
- Brush chicken thighs with honey BBQ sauce. Return to oven and bake 15 more minutes until cooked through and sauce caramelized.
- Cook Potatoes:
- Place potatoes and garlic in pot. Cover with salted water. Boil until fork-tender about 15-18 minutes.
- Mash Potatoes:
- Drain potatoes and garlic. Add milk butter salt and pepper. Mash until smooth. Stir in chives if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve chicken hot alongside creamy garlic mashed potatoes.
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Nutritional Information
Per serving: 520 calories, 25 g total fat, 44 g carbohydrates, 31 g protein.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy milk butter and mustard. BBQ sauce may contain gluten or soy use gluten-free or soy-free options if needed.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with steamed green beans or coleslaw for a complete meal.
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This dish simplifies dinner while delighting the senses making it perfect for any occasion.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of chicken is best for this dish?
Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are recommended for juicy, flavorful results and crispy skin.
- → How do I achieve the caramelized BBQ glaze?
Brush the chicken with the honey BBQ sauce after initial baking, then return it to the oven to bake until the glaze thickens and caramelizes.
- → Can I make the mashed potatoes dairy-free?
Yes, substitute butter with olive oil and use a dairy-free milk alternative to keep the mashed potatoes creamy yet dairy-free.
- → How long should I boil the potatoes for ideal mashing?
Boil the potatoes and garlic cloves for 15-18 minutes until they are fork-tender and easily mashable.
- → Any tips for extra smoky flavor?
After glazing, briefly grill the chicken thighs to add a smoky finish and deeper flavor.
