Description
Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and savory cherry sauce, perfect for any dinner occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh or frozen pitted cherries
- 1/2 cup cherry preserves
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Place them skin-side down in the skillet and cook until golden and crispy for about 6-8 minutes. Flip and cook for another 4 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in fresh cherries, cherry preserves, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Simmer gently, mashing some cherries with a spoon to release their juices. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon the glaze over the chicken. Cover and simmer on low for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the lid and cook a few more minutes to get an extra sticky glaze. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with rice, roasted veggies, or a salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American