Chipotle Honey Chicken Thighs With Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes
A warm and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs glazed with chipotle honey sauce and creamy smoked gouda mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on recommended)
- ½ cup Chipotle honey sauce Store-bought or homemade
For the mashed potatoes
- 2 pounds Potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet) Yukon Golds give creamier texture
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- ½ cup Milk Whole milk or alternative
- ¾ cup Smoked gouda cheese (grated) Adjust to taste
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Marinate chicken thighs in chipotle honey sauce for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
- Bake chicken thighs until caramelized and cooked through for 25–30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare smoked gouda mashed potatoes.
- Plate and serve.
Chicken
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), positioning the rack in the middle for even roasting.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the chipotle honey sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Place marinated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until caramelized and cooked through, using an instant-read thermometer to confirm doneness.
- Baste with additional chipotle honey halfway through for a glossy finish.
Mashed Potatoes
- Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks and boil them in salted water until tender.
- Drain and mash with butter, milk, smoked gouda, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Serving
- Serve the baked chicken thighs over the smoked gouda mashed potatoes.
- Drizzle with extra chipotle honey sauce or fresh herbs as desired.
Notes
Refrigerate leftovers in separate airtight containers for 3-4 days or freeze chicken for up to 3 months. Mashed potatoes can freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 640kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g
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