Tender chicken thighs simmered in a sweet and tangy brown sugar-Dijon glaze. A fast, flavorful one-pan meal ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1/3 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1–2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear thighs skin-side down for 6–7 minutes. Flip and cook 4 minutes more. Remove and set aside.
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Discard extra fat, leaving 1 tablespoon in the pan.
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Stir in brown sugar and mustard. Add garlic if using. Simmer until blended.
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Return chicken, glaze each piece. Cover and simmer on low 20 minutes, flipping once.
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Optional: Finish in a 400°F oven for 10–15 minutes for a thicker glaze.
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Let rest 5 minutes before serving.