Baked Maple Chicken Thighs

Baked Maple Chicken Thighs

12 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless 

2 tbsp olive oil 

1 tsp sesame oil

2 tsp kosher salt 

1/2 tsp pepper 

2 tbsp maple syrup

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

3 cloves garlic, minced 

2 tbsp fresh parsley 

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 

Place chicken thighs in a large bowl. Add oils, salt, pepper, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, garlic and half of the parsley.  Mix well and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. 

Mix again and transfer the chicken thighs to a 9 X 13 baking dish. 

Bake for 20 minutes or until the thighs reach and internal temperature of 150 - 155 degrees.  Move the baking rack closer to the top and place baking dish on rack and turn on the broiler to high. Broil for a few minutes, watching closely until slightly browned. 

Remove thighs from the oven, baste with pan juices, cover and let rest for approximately 5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining parsley and serve.