Description
A delicious and comforting dish combining juicy chicken thighs with a flavorful honey balsamic glaze, served over creamy polenta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Thighs
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 cup Polenta
- 4 cups Water or Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) for the perfect crispy finish.
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for an efficient workflow.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, ensuring they crisp up beautifully.
- In a bowl, mix honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create your sauce.
- Let the sauce sit for 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Place the chicken thighs in a roasting pan, skin side up.
- Pour the honey balsamic mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the thighs for that extra layer of flavor.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches a golden crisp and internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the polenta according to package instructions using water or chicken broth.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Plate the polenta, top it with the crispy chicken, and drizzle any leftover sauce for flavor.
- Serve immediately, enjoying the sweet and savory notes of the dish!
Notes
- This recipe serves as a fantastic centerpiece for any dinner gathering.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Oven Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg