Chipotle Honey Chicken Thighs with Smoked Gouda Mash
Crispy skin-on chicken thighs glazed with smoky chipotle honey pair perfectly with velvety mashed potatoes laced with melted butter and aged smoked Gouda. A fusion of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors with balanced textures.
Ingredients
- 4 large bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp + 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 lbs russet potatoes
- 1 cup warm whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 oz freshly shredded smoked Gouda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, chipotle chili powder, olive oil, garlic powder, 1 tsp sea salt, and black pepper. Add chicken thighs, toss to coat, and refrigerate to marinate for 30 minutes
- Place chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet. Roast for 35-40 minutes until skin is crisp and internal temperature reaches 165°F
- Meanwhile, peel and cut russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Boil in salted water until tender (~15-20 minutes). Drain but keep warm
- In a separate saucepan, warm milk and melt 1 tbsp butter. Stir in shredded smoked Gouda until melted
- Add cooked potatoes, remaining 1 tbsp butter, and 1/2 tsp additional salt to the cheese mixture. Mash until smooth and season to taste
- Rest chicken thighs for 5 minutes before serving with smoked Gouda mash
Notes
For best results, pat chicken thighs dry before marinating
Adjust chipotle chili powder quantity based on spice tolerance
Use a ricer or hand masher for optimal potato texture
Leftover mash stores well refrigerated for up to 3 days
Serve with green beans or salad for balance
Adjust chipotle chili powder quantity based on spice tolerance
Use a ricer or hand masher for optimal potato texture
Leftover mash stores well refrigerated for up to 3 days
Serve with green beans or salad for balance
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 610kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 5000mgFiber: 2gSugar: 21g
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