Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these show-stopping Figged Up Chicken Thighs A1, a perfect fusion of savory and sweet flavors. Succulent bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seared until golden and crispy, then baked to perfection in a luscious sauce made from balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, and fresh figs. Infused with fragrant rosemary, this dish strikes the ideal balance of earthy and fruity, making it irresistibly flavorful. The figs caramelize in the oven, adding a rich, velvety texture that pairs beautifully with the tender chicken. Ready in under an hour, this one-skillet wonder is an easy yet elegant meal, perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners. Serve it with roasted vegetables or wild rice to soak up the delectable sauce, and prepare to impress your family or guests with this gourmet masterpiece.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season them on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet. Sear for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the thighs and sear the other side for 2 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Drain excess fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon behind.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the minced garlic and chopped rosemary for 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to medium. Deglaze the skillet with balsamic vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Stir in the honey, chicken stock, and butter. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken slightly.
Slice the fresh figs in half and arrange them in the skillet, cut-side down, alongside the sauce.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the chicken thighs with the figs and sauce spooned over the top. Pair with roasted vegetables or a side of wild rice for a complete meal.
Serving size | 1589.2 grams (1589.2g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2864 |
Total Fat 197.80g | 254% |
Saturated Fat 55.70g | 279% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
Cholesterol 771mg | 257% |
Sodium 3178mg | 138% |
Total Carbohydrate 103.80g | 38% |
Dietary Fiber 12.20g | 44% |
Total Sugars 87.50g | |
Protein 172.60g | 345% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 289mg | 22% |
Iron 12mg | 64% |
Potassium 3073mg | 65% |
Source of Calories