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Balsamic Fig Chicken Thighs with Onions and Thyme

Balsamic Fig Chicken Thighs with Onions and Thyme Delight

A savory-sweet Balsamic Fig Chicken Thighs dish with onions and thyme perfect for elevating weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for searing
  • to taste Salt season generously
  • to taste Pepper season generously
For the Sauce
  • 1 large Red Onion sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 8 pieces Dried Figs halved
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar high-quality preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Thyme fresh preferred
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth optional

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Remove the chicken thighs and sauté sliced red onions for 5 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in halved dried figs, balsamic vinegar, thyme, and chicken broth if desired. Simmer gently for 2 minutes.
  6. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, drizzle some sauce on top, and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove from oven, let chicken rest, and spoon extra sauce over before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, pat chicken dry before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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