Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this delightful Balsamic Chicken with Brussels Sprouts recipe. This one-pan wonder combines tender chicken thighs, roasted Brussels sprouts, and vibrant red onions, all enveloped in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. The dish is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, making it a perfect centerpiece for family gatherings or casual meals. With minimal prep time and easy cleanup, you’ll find yourself returning to this recipe again and again for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken thighs
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts (halved)
- 1 red onion (sliced into wedges)
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, maple syrup, garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for 1 to 2 hours in the fridge.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- On a sheet pan, mix Brussels sprouts and red onion with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place marinated chicken on the sheet pan among the vegetables.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Reduce leftover marinade in a saucepan until thickened; brush over chicken halfway through baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 115mg