Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 6 bone-in chicken thighs
02 - 1 lb brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and halved
03 - 1 lb butternut squash, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
04 - ¾ cup whole pecans

→ Maple Dijon Glaze

05 - 2 ½ Tbsp pure maple syrup
06 - 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
07 - 1 Tbsp coconut sugar
08 - 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
09 - ⅓ cup olive oil
10 - 1 clove garlic, crushed
11 - ½ tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
12 - ½ tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
13 - ¾ tsp salt
14 - ¼ tsp pepper

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
02 - In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together all maple Dijon glaze ingredients until well combined. The mixture should yield approximately ⅔ cup.
03 - Place brussels sprouts and butternut squash in a ziplock bag and pour in ¼ cup of the sauce. Toss until vegetables are evenly coated.
04 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange vegetables in a single layer, creating spaces between them for the chicken thighs. Place thighs on the parchment paper.
05 - Brush ¼ cup of the glaze on top of the chicken thighs. Reserve the remaining 2-3 tablespoons for later use.
06 - Bake chicken thighs and vegetables in preheated oven for 30 minutes.
07 - Remove pan from oven and sprinkle pecans amongst the vegetables. Brush remaining 2-3 tablespoons of maple Dijon glaze onto the chicken.
08 - Switch oven to high broil setting and broil for 5-6 minutes or until chicken thighs are crisped to your preference.
09 - Serve chicken thighs and vegetables garnished with additional fresh rosemary and thyme.

# Notes:

01 - The chicken skin will become golden and crispy under the broiler.
02 - For even cooking, ensure vegetables are cut to similar sizes.