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Creamy Brown Sugar Dijon Chicken Thighs

Creamy Brown Sugar Dijon Chicken Thighs That Steal the Show

Enjoy Creamy Brown Sugar Dijon Chicken Thighs that balance sweetness and tanginess in a comforting dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 thighs Chicken Thighs bone-in preferred for juiciness
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard in a pinch
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, or powdered as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for additional flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • whisk
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together Dijon mustard, brown sugar, oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Set aside.
  2. Coat chicken thighs in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear marinated chicken thighs skin-side down for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and transfer chicken to a baking dish. Pour heavy cream over the chicken and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  5. Let dish rest for a few minutes, then simmer remaining liquid in a skillet to thicken if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for deeper flavor and monitor internal temperature to ensure doneness.

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