Dutch Oven Spicy Cayenne Chicken Thighs Recipe
Combines the sweet, tangy flavors of your favorite sweet ingredients with the bold, fiery kick of cayenne pepper.
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Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 350 kcal
Equipment
- Dutch Oven or other heavy-bottomed oven-safe pot
- small mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 8 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a Dutch oven or other heavy-bottomed oven-safe pot over medium-high heat.
- Once the butter has melted and starts to foam, add the chicken thighs skin side down. Sear for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown, then flip and sear for another 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the chicken thighs from the pot and set them aside on a plate.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, dried thyme leaves, and ground cinnamon.
- Pour the honey mixture into the Dutch oven and stir well.
- Return the chicken thighs to the pot, skin side up. Spoon the honey mixture over the chicken.
- Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly and thickened.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Make sure the chicken thighs are at room temperature before cooking to ensure even cooking. You can marinate the chicken thighs in the spice mixture for up to 24 hours for extra flavor. For a crispier skin, broil the chicken thighs for a few minutes after baking. Serve the chicken thighs with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 271mg | Potassium: 292mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 13g
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