Cranberry-Glazed Chicken Thighs (Printable Version)
Roasted chicken thighs with cranberry-Dijon glaze, ideal for festive or comforting dinners.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 bone-in chicken thighs
→ Glaze
02 - 1/2 cup canned cranberry sauce
03 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh or dried rosemary
05 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°F). Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - In a small bowl, combine cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, and rosemary. Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - Arrange chicken thighs, skin side up, on a baking sheet. Brush each thigh generously with the prepared cranberry glaze.
04 - Roast in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes. Halfway through cooking, brush additional glaze over the chicken. Continue roasting until the skin is golden and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165°F (74°C).
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in under an hour with minimal prep
- Uses just five pantry staples that are easy to find year‑round
- Perfect balance of savory and sweet in every bite
- Makes chicken thighs feel special enough for guests or a quick family treat
02 -
- High protein and lower carb so it fits many diets
- Freezes beautifully for make ahead meals
- Pairs well with everything from mashed potatoes to salads
03 -
- Patting the chicken dry and seasoning well is the secret to deeply flavorful skin
- A silicone brush helps spread the glaze evenly without tearing the skin
- Always reserve a little glaze for the final brush after baking for irresistible shine and layers of taste