Description
Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs with Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Carrots is a deliciously comforting meal that brings the warmth of home-cooked goodness to your table. Succulent chicken thighs are marinated in a sweet and tangy honey balsamic glaze, creating a flavorful dish that’s perfectly complemented by creamy goat cheese mashed potatoes and vibrant roasted carrots. This recipe is ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in, promising to impress with its delightful flavors and inviting aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp raw honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups fresh carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Toss Yukon Gold potatoes and carrots in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place marinated chicken thighs in the baking dish alongside vegetables.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Boil potatoes until fork-tender (about 15 minutes), drain, then mash with goat cheese until creamy.
- Serve chicken with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted carrots drizzled with any leftover marinade.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g) with mashed potatoes and carrots
- Calories: 487
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 114mg