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Yum Yum Chicken Recipe

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Yum Yum Chicken is a deliciously tangy and sweet baked chicken dish featuring a zesty Dijon mustard and maple syrup marinade. Tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs are coated in a flavor-packed sauce and baked to perfection, then finished with a thickened glaze and fresh herb garnish, creating an easy and impressive meal perfect for weeknights or entertaining.

Ingredients

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Marinade

  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 5 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (trimmed of excess fat)

Thickening

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley or rosemary, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a 9-inch square baking pan with two layers of tin foil for easy clean-up and to prevent sticking.
  2. Whisk marinade: In a small bowl, combine the Dijon mustard, pure maple syrup, rice wine vinegar, kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk until smooth. Taste and adjust by adding more maple syrup or vinegar to achieve your preferred balance of sweetness and tanginess.
  3. Coat chicken: Place the trimmed boneless, skinless chicken thighs evenly in the prepared pan. Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces and turn each piece carefully to ensure they are fully coated on all sides with the mixture.
  4. Bake chicken: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 40 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and absorb the marinade flavors. Once done, remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain juiciness.
  5. Thicken sauce: While the chicken rests, transfer the chicken to a serving plate leaving the liquid in the pan. Immediately whisk 1 tablespoon of cornstarch into the hot pan liquid. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens to a glaze consistency.
  6. Garnish and serve: Drizzle the thickened sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley or rosemary for a bright herbal note. Serve warm and enjoy this delightful dish!

Notes

  • Adjust the maple syrup and vinegar to your taste preference for sweetness or acidity.
  • Using chicken thighs keeps the dish moist and tender compared to breasts.
  • Make sure to whisk the cornstarch into the hot liquid immediately to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth sauce.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or rosemary enhance aroma and presentation, but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • Use foil lining for easy clean-up and to prevent the chicken from sticking to the baking pan.

Keywords: Yum Yum Chicken, Dijon mustard chicken, baked chicken thighs, maple syrup chicken, easy chicken recipe, gluten free chicken dish

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