Save Succulent oven-baked chicken thighs glazed in a sticky honey BBQ sauce served with creamy garlic mashed potatoes for a comforting and flavorful meal.
I first made this for a Sunday family dinner and everyone loved the crispy glazed chicken paired with comforting mashed potatoes. It's one of those foolproof meals I return to when I need something simple yet impressive.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs: 8 bone-in skin-on
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1 tsp
- Onion powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- BBQ sauce: 1/2 cup (use gluten-free if needed)
- Honey: 3 tbsp
- Apple cider vinegar: 1 tbsp
- Dijon mustard: 1 tsp
- Yukon Gold potatoes: 2 lbs (peeled cut into chunks)
- Garlic cloves: 4 peeled
- Whole milk: 1/2 cup warmed or dairy-free alternative
- Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup or substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Chopped fresh chives: 2 tbsp optional
Instructions
- Prepare for baking:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Season chicken:
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Mix olive oil smoked paprika garlic powder onion powder salt and black pepper in a small bowl. Rub mixture over chicken thighs.
- Start baking:
- Arrange chicken thighs skin side up on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Mix sauce:
- Whisk BBQ sauce honey apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard together in a bowl.
- Glaze chicken:
- After 25 minutes brush chicken thighs with honey BBQ sauce. Return to oven and bake 15 more minutes or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C) and sauce caramelized.
- Make mashed potatoes:
- While chicken bakes place potatoes and garlic in a large pot cover with cold salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are fork-tender about 15-18 minutes.
- Mash and finish:
- Drain potatoes and garlic well and return to pot. Add warm milk butter salt black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Stir in chives if using.
- Serve:
- Plate chicken thighs hot alongside creamy garlic mashed potatoes.
Save These chicken thighs were a favorite at our last picnic. The mashed potatoes disappeared fast thanks to their rich creamy texture making memories around the table.
Required Tools
Baking sheet mixing bowls large pot potato masher brush for glazing knife and cutting board are needed for this recipe.
Allergen Information
This dish contains dairy (milk butter) and mustard. BBQ sauce may have gluten or soy – choose suitable versions and check all labels before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 520 Total Fat: 25 g Carbohydrates: 44 g Protein: 31 g
Save Enjoy this comforting dish for a cozy dinner. The flavors are sure to bring everyone back for seconds.
Recipe FAQs
- → What is the best cooking temperature for chicken thighs?
Baking chicken thighs at 400°F ensures a crispy skin and juicy interior. Use a meat thermometer to reach 165°F internally.
- → How can I make the mashed potatoes extra creamy?
Warm milk and melted butter added after boiling help achieve a smooth, creamy texture in garlic mashed potatoes.
- → Is it necessary to use bone-in chicken thighs?
Bone-in thighs add more flavor and retain moisture better, but boneless can be used with adjusted cooking times.
- → Can I prepare the honey BBQ sauce ahead of time?
Yes, the honey BBQ glaze can be mixed in advance and stored in the refrigerator to enhance flavors before baking.
- → What are good side dishes to serve with this chicken and potato combination?
Steamed green beans, fresh coleslaw, or roasted vegetables complement the rich flavors of honey BBQ chicken and mashed potatoes.
- → How do I make the dish gluten-free?
Use gluten-free BBQ sauce to ensure the meal remains free from gluten without compromising taste.