Fig Balsamic Glazed Chicken Thighs 

Fig Balsamic Glazed Chicken Thighs combine juicy, tender chicken with a luscious, sweet-tangy glaze made from figs and balsamic vinegar. This dish offers a beautiful balance of rich flavors and a hint of natural sweetness that elevates simple chicken thighs into a gourmet meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

Ingredients:

• 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  
  

• Salt and pepper, to taste
  
  

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
  
  

• 1/2 cup fig preserves
  
  

• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  
  

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  
  

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme leaves
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
   
   

2. Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
   
   

3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
   
   

4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
   
   

5. Stir in fig preserves and balsamic vinegar, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
   
   

6. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the glaze over the top. Sprinkle thyme over the chicken.
   
   

7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
   
   

8. Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx., serves 6):

• Calories: 320 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 22 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 6 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 120 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 300 mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 8 g
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: 0 g
  
  

• Sugars: 7 g
  
  

• Protein: 28 g