Description
Sticky Cherry Chicken Thighs are a mouthwatering blend of sweet and savory, featuring juicy chicken coated in a luscious cherry glaze. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners, guaranteed to impress family and friends. With each bite, you’ll enjoy the delightful contrast of flavors that make this recipe a standout favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted (or frozen)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (for seasoning)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix pitted cherries, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and black pepper; mash gently to combine.
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels; season both sides with salt and pepper before placing on the baking sheet.
- Pour half of the cherry mixture over the chicken thighs; reserve the rest for basting.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and crispy, basting halfway through for added flavor.
- Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C); serve hot with remaining cherry glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 100mg