Best Balsamic Garlic And Herb Chicken Thighs Recipes

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HERBED BALSAMIC CHICKEN



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Our kitchen is tiny and cramped, so we try to grill simple (but tasty) meals outside as often as possible during the summer months. Dried herbs work as well, but during the summer use fresh herbs for the best taste. -Kelly Evans, Denton, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (1-1/2 pounds)

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients except chicken. In a bowl, toss chicken with 1/3 cup vinegar mixture; let stand 10 minutes., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 6-8 minutes per side. Drizzle with remaining vinegar mixture before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BALSAMIC CHICKEN THIGHS



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For an easy weeknight meal or a casual weekend get together, Balsamic Chicken Thighs are always a welcome sight at the table. Marinated in balsamic vinegar, honey with fresh herbs and garlic, this chicken is tender, juicy, tangy, and sweet.

Provided by Donya Mullins

Categories     Main Course

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 - 21/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 sprig fresh rosemary (substitute 1/4 teaspoon of dried if fresh is not available)
2 sprigs fresh thyme (substitute 1/4 teaspoon of dried if fresh is not available)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onion, thinly sliced - optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, and garlic. Add chicken to a glass container or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over chicken. Add the fresh herbs. Cover container and place in fridge to marinate 15 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • Remove chicken from the fridge. Heat grill to medium-high heat, about 450 degrees. Clean and oil grates. Place chicken on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes then flip. Cook the chicken an additional 5-6 minutes until done. Internal temperature should reach 165 degrees.
  • *** You can substitute bone-in, skin-on chicken. Cooking time will need to be increased, cooking for approximately 10 minutes per side. The chicken will be done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
  • Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  • Sprinkle with sliced green onion if desired.

BALSAMIC ROASTED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH ROOT VEGETABLES



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I will always remember the way my grandmother's house smelled when she made these balsamic chicken thighs every Sunday. Ever since she gave me the recipe, the heartwarming flavors always take me back to my childhood. - Erin Chilcoat, Central Islip, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons stone-ground mustard
2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds)
4 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 shallots, chopped
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
4 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, divided

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk 3 tablespoons oil, mustard, vinaigrette and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper until blended. Add chicken, turning to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 6 hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 425°. Place chicken, skin side up, on half of a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Place parsnips and sweet potato in a large bowl; add shallots, caraway seeds and the remaining oil, salt and pepper and toss to combine. Arrange in a single layer on remaining half of pan., Roast chicken and vegetables 20 minutes. Stir vegetables; roast chicken and vegetables until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175° and vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes longer., Transfer vegetables to a bowl; toss with 2 tablespoons parsley and half of the bacon. Serve chicken with vegetables; sprinkle chicken with the remaining parsley and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Fat 27g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 604mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

HONEY-BALSAMIC CHICKEN



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Short on ingredients, this marinated chicken bakes up tender and flavorful. It's good enough for company. Serve with rice and salad to complete the meal.

Provided by BAGRUBA

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup honey
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs, or more to taste
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Beat balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, thyme, and rosemary together in a bowl until smooth; pour marinade into a resealable plastic bag.
  • Season chicken thighs with salt and black pepper; add to marinade in plastic bag. Squeeze bag to remove air and seal. Marinate chicken in refrigerator for 2 to 8 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Pour chicken and marinade into a baking dish.
  • Bake chicken in preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 35 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 94.2 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 114.4 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

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