Sticky Cherry Chicken Thighs
Sticky Cherry Chicken Thighs deliver a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will warm your heart. Juicy bone-in chicken thighs are smothered in a rich cherry sauce, making this dish not just a meal but an experience to savor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, it’s easy to prepare and guaranteed to be a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish and season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix cherries, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until combined.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and pour cherry sauce over the top, ensuring even coating.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F internally. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in cherry juice overnight. Swap fresh cherries with apricots or plums for a fruity twist. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.