Description
Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs with Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Carrots is a delectable dish that perfectly marries sweet and savory flavors. Juicy chicken thighs, coated in a luscious honey balsamic glaze, are paired with creamy goat cheese mashed potatoes and vibrant roasted carrots. This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also elevates any dining occasion, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup soft goat cheese
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 lb fresh carrots, cut into sticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and coat them with half of the marinade.
- Toss carrots in olive oil, salt, and pepper; arrange them around the chicken.
- Drizzle remaining marinade over everything and roast for 35-45 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (75°C).
- Boil potatoes until tender; mash with goat cheese, salt, pepper, and a splash of milk until creamy.
- Serve the chicken with mashed potatoes and roasted carrots.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (about 250g) with sides
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg