Author : chef ssentongo Geoffrey

Here’s a delicious Jezebel Chicken recipe using chicken thighs:

Ingredients

• 4-6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 cup Jezebel sauce (see below for recipe)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Jezebel Sauce

• 1 cup apricot jam
• 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare chicken: Rinse chicken thighs and pat dry with paper towels.
3. Season chicken: In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of chicken thighs.
4. Brown chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken thighs on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove browned chicken from skillet and set aside.
5. Make Jezebel sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together apricot jam, Dijon mustard, horseradish, honey, salt, and black pepper.
6. Glaze chicken: Brush Jezebel sauce evenly over both sides of browned chicken thighs.
7. Bake chicken: Place skillet with chicken thighs in the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
8. Serve: Serve Jezebel Chicken hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme, if desired.

Tips and Variations

• Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a leaner option.
• Substitute chicken breasts or drumsticks for thighs.
• Add some heat with red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
• Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

• Calories: 420
• Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 30g

Would you like any variations or substitutions?