Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs
Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs deliver 34g protein and 310 calories per serving — a lower-calorie option that still hits meaningful protein intake without competing for your calorie budget on cut phases. Six servings batch-prep quickly on the stovetop, making this a repeatable choice for anyone running a sustained deficit.
Ingredients
- •Mustard, Dijon(60g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •Maple syrup(30g)
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(10g)
- •Garlic(60g)
- •Rosemary, Fresh(8g)
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(1043g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 375ºF. In a small bowl, stir together the Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, and soy sauce. Mince the garlic and chop the rosemary. Stir both into the marinade.
- 2Arrange the chicken thighs in the dish so that they are close, but not overlapping. Pour the marinade on top and then spread it around until the thighs are completely covered.
- 3Bake the chicken thighs in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until they are cooked through and the liquid around the thighs is simmering. Spoon some of the liquid over the thighs, return them to the oven, then switch the oven's setting from bake to broil. Broil for about 5 minutes, or until the top of the chicken is golden brown. Watch the chicken closely as it broils, as broilers can vary.
Nutrition — Per Serving
310
calories
34g
protein
17g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 8g
- Saturated fat
- 3.3g
- Sodium
- 291 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.4g
6 servings per batch · ~204g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs have per serving?
Each serving contains 34g of protein with 310 calories, making it a lean option for hitting protein targets without excess calories. The macros break down to 17g fat and 8g carbs per serving.
How long does Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs take to prep?
This recipe has a quick prep time and yields 6 servings, so you can batch-cook an entire week's worth of dinners efficiently on the stovetop. Plan for minimal active time when prepping multiple servings at once.
Is Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs good for fat loss?
At 310 calories and 34g protein per serving with only 8g carbs, this recipe is well-suited for fat loss phases where you need to stay in a caloric deficit. The high protein-to-calorie ratio helps preserve muscle while in a cut.
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