Crispy Balsamic Roasted Chicken with Sprouts
A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs roasted with Brussels sprouts and a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze that creates a crispy, caramelized crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
- 1 lb (450 g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Set aside.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Lightly brush or rub each piece with about half of the balsamic glaze, getting under the skin where possible. Let rest while prepping sprouts.
- Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts. Toss them in a mixing bowl with the remaining balsamic glaze, coating evenly.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a roasting pan or rimmed baking sheet, spaced out for air circulation. Scatter the coated Brussels sprouts around the chicken in a single layer.
- Roast for 35-40 minutes until chicken skin is golden and crisp and sprouts are tender with browned edges. Halfway through (around 20 minutes), gently toss the sprouts to ensure even caramelization.
- Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165°F (74°C) internally. Broil for 2-3 minutes if skin needs extra crisping, watching closely.
- Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pat chicken skin dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Toss sprouts gently halfway through roasting. Rest chicken after cooking to lock in juices. Broil briefly if skin needs extra crisping. For gluten-free, verify balsamic vinegar label. Brown sugar can be swapped with honey or sugar-free sweetener.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 30
Keywords: balsamic chicken, roasted chicken, Brussels sprouts, easy dinner, weeknight meal, crispy chicken, balsamic glaze