Chipotle Honey Chicken Thighs with Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes
A delightful dish of marinated chicken thighs paired with silky smoked gouda mashed potatoes, offering a perfect balance of smokiness and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup smoked gouda, shredded
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the chipotle in adobo sauce, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade, ensuring they are fully covered.
- Place the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the peeled and cubed potatoes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add in the smoked gouda, milk, and butter.
- Serve the beautifully baked chicken thighs with a generous scoop of smoked gouda mashed potatoes on the side.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken thighs a few hours in advance or even overnight. A splash of milk can help revive the mashed potatoes when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg