Difficulty: Moderate | Serves: 4-6
What happens when the deep, jammy sweetness of figs meets the rich tang of balsamic glaze? You get Fig And Balsamic Glazed Chicken—a savory dish with a perfect balance of caramelized sweetness and tangy depth. The natural richness of figs enhances the umami in the chicken, while balsamic glaze adds a velvety, slightly tart finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions! 🍗
Ingredients For Fig And Balsamic Glazed Chicken
🔥 For the Chicken:
☑ 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 🍗
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 sea salt 🧂
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 black pepper 🌿
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 olive oil
🔥 For the Fig & Balsamic Glaze:
☑ ½ cup fresh or dried figs, chopped 🍇
☑ ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 🍷
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 honey 🍯
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 Dijon mustard 🌿
☑ 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 fresh thyme (optional) 🌿
🔥 For Serving:
☑ Garnish with extra thyme and fig slices 🍇
☑ Serve with roasted vegetables or quinoa 🥕🍚
👨🍳 Cooking Steps For Fig And Balsamic Glazed Chicken
🍗 Step 1: Sear the Chicken
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Season chicken thighs with salt & pepper.
3️⃣ Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4️⃣ Sear chicken skin-side down for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
🍇 Step 2: Make the Fig & Balsamic Glaze
1️⃣ In a saucepan, combine chopped figs, balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard, garlic, and thyme.
2️⃣ Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until thick and syrupy.
🍗 Step 3: Roast the Chicken
1️⃣ Transfer seared chicken to a baking dish.
2️⃣ Brush fig & balsamic glaze generously over each piece.
3️⃣ Bake for 25-30 minutes, basting once with extra glaze.
🍗 Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
1️⃣ Plate the chicken and drizzle with extra fig glaze.
2️⃣ Garnish with fresh thyme and fig slices.
3️⃣ Serve with roasted vegetables or quinoa for a complete meal!
Sweet, tangy, and absolutely irresistible—Fig And Balsamic Glazed Chicken is the perfect way to elevate your dinner! Who’s ready to dig in? 🍗🍇🍯
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