Sweet and Tangy Baked Chicken -

Sweet and Tangy Baked Chicken

(3 Tbsp.) Dijon mustard
(2 Tbsp.) pure maple syrup
(2 Tbsp.) peanut oil, divided
(1 Tbsp.) fresh thyme, finely chopped (or 1 tsp. dried)
(3/4 tsp.) freshly ground pepper
(1/2 tsp.) salt
(4- 4 1/2 lb.) bone-in chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, and/or breasts), skin removed, trimmed
(1 1/2 cups) fresh whole-wheat breadcrumbs

Dinner

Bone-in chicken pieces marinated in a maple mustard sauce then baked with a crispy breadcrumb crust.

About 20 minutes (plus 30 minutes chilling)

About 40 minutes

1In a large bowl, whisk together mustard, maple syrup, 1 Tbsp. oil, thyme, pepper, and salt. Place chicken into marinade, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate 30 min-6 hours.

2Preheat oven to 400°F. Set out a large baking sheet with a wire rack on top.
3On a plate, mix together breadcrumbs and 1 Tbsp. oil. Place chicken skin side down into breadcrumbs, then onto wire rack, skin side up. Bake 35-40 minutes, or until 165°F. Enjoy hot or cold.

Serving Size: 1/8 of chicken

Amount Per Serving:

Recipe Category: Dinner

Recipe Subcategory: Entrées with Poultry

Recipe Ethnicity: N/A

Dietetic Info:

Vegetarian/Allergen Info: Contains Poultry, Peanuts

NOTE: Glycemic Index Scale: Low=0-55, Medium=56-69, High=70 or greater.