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Sticky Cherry Chicken Thighs for Flavor Lovers

Sticky Cherry Chicken Thighs: A Sweet and Savory Explosion of Flavor - FastZestyRecipes made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries pitted
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cherries, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish and pour the cherry mixture over them.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Occasionally baste the chicken with the glaze during baking.
  7. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.