Balsamic Chicken with Brussels Sprouts (Printable)

A vibrant one-pan meal with balsamic-glazed chicken, Brussels sprouts, and roasted grapes balancing savory and sweet.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (approximately 1 pound)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables & Fruit

07 - 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
08 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
09 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Balsamic Glaze

13 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
14 - 1 tablespoon honey
15 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, toss chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon olive oil, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - In another bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, grapes, and red onion with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
04 - Spread the Brussels sprouts mixture evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Nestle the seasoned chicken thighs among the vegetables and grapes.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
06 - Drizzle half of the balsamic glaze over the chicken and vegetables.
07 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and Brussels sprouts are golden and tender.
08 - Remove from oven and drizzle with the remaining balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.

# Tips from the Pros:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one sheet pan, which means fewer dishes and more time enjoying your meal instead of scrubbing.
  • The sweet and savory balance is addictive—something about roasted grapes dissolving into the glaze feels almost decadent without being heavy.
  • Chicken thighs stay juicy and forgiving, so even if you're not timing things perfectly, dinner still turns out golden and tender.
02 -
  • Don't use chicken breasts expecting the same result—they'll dry out faster and won't have the thighs' natural richness that balances the sweet and sour flavors.
  • The grapes need whole roasting or they'll turn to paste; they should blister and shrivel but keep their structure so they burst when you bite them.
03 -
  • Pat your chicken thighs dry with paper towels before seasoning—this tiny step makes the difference between golden skin and steamed chicken.
  • Don't skip the second glaze application; that fresh coat at the end is what keeps everything from tasting one-dimensional and caramelized.
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