Honey Chipotle Chicken with Garlic Mashed Roasted Potatoes is a hearty dish that balances sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. This dish showcases bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of honey, chipotle peppers, and seasonings and then roasted to perfection. Paired with creamy, garlicky, mashed roasted potatoes, it’s a satisfying meal for any occasion.

The process begins with rehydrating dried chipotle peppers. To do this, you can place the peppers in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them sit for about 20 minutes until they are soft and pliable. This process brings out their deep, smoky flavor and makes them easy to chop. These peppers are then combined with honey, which adds a natural sweetness that complements the spiciness of the chipotles. Extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, ground cumin, freshly squeezed lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce round out the marinade, infusing the chicken with layers of complexity and umami.

Once marinated, the chicken thighs are roasted at 400°F for 30 minutes, ensuring the skin is crisps up, while the meat remains juicy and tender. The bone-in, skin-on thighs hold up well to roasting, allowing the flavors to penetrate profoundly and providing a satisfying, hearty texture.

The garlic mashed roasted potatoes are a luxurious and unique accompaniment to the chicken. Russet potatoes are peeled, cubed, and tossed with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper before being roasted to golden perfection. Roasting the potatoes enhances their natural sweetness and creates a slightly crispy exterior that contrasts beautifully with the creamy interior.

Garlic is sautéed in unsalted butter until fragrant and golden. This garlic-infused butter is mixed into the roasted potatoes with whole milk, resulting in a smooth and creamy mash with a rich buttery flavor and a strong undercurrent of garlic. The combination of textures – the slight crispiness from roasting and the creaminess from mashing – makes these potatoes special.

Another highlight of this dish is the reduced marinade. After the chicken is marinated and ready for roasting, the leftover marinade is transferred to a small saucepan and simmered until it thickens into a luscious sauce. This reduction process intensifies the flavors, creating a concentrated, sweet, smoky glaze drizzled over the chicken just before the final roasting stage. The sauce not only enhances the chicken’s flavor but also adds a delightful, visually appealing, flavorful, sticky coating that will excite your senses.

To serve, the garlic mashed roasted potatoes are spooned onto plates, providing a creamy bed for the crispy, glazed chicken thighs. The dish is garnished with freshly chopped cilantro, adding a pop of color and a fresh, herbal note that balances the richness of the chicken and potatoes. Lime wedges are served on the side, allowing diners to squeeze fresh lime juice over the chicken, adding a zesty brightness that cuts through the smoky sweetness of the marinade.

Honey Chipotle Chicken with Garlic Mashed Roasted Potatoes harmonizes bold flavors and comforting textures. The honey’s sweetness, the chipotle peppers’ smokiness, and the tanginess of lime juice create a dynamic marinade that transforms ordinary chicken thighs into a gourmet delight. Its versatility makes it perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or whenever you crave a satisfying meal.

Honey Chipotle Chicken with Garlic Mashed Roasted Potatoes

Recipe by Kyle Taylor

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: MainsCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy

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Prep time

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Cooking time

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Honey Chipotle Chicken with Garlic Mashed Roasted Potatoes combines sweet, smoky, and savory flavors with crispy, marinated chicken thighs and creamy, garlicky mashed potatoes. This dish perfectly balances robust flavors and comforting textures, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the Honey Chipotle Chicken
8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
3 dried chipotle peppers
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 lime, juiced
to taste, salt and ground black pepper
for garnish, freshly chopped cilantro
for serving, lime wedges
Garlic Mashed Roasted Potatoes
1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 cloves of garlic, minced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
to taste, salt and ground black pepper

Directions

Rehydrate the Dried Chipotle Peppers:
Place the dried chipotle peppers in a bowl with hot water. Let them soak for 20 minutes until they are soft enough to chop finely.
Marinate the Chicken:
Combine the chopped chipotle peppers, honey, extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, ground cumin, lime juice, salt, and ground black pepper in a large bowl. Mix well. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them well with the sauce. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Roast the Potatoes:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Spread the cubed potatoes on a baking sheet and toss them with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper. Roast for 30 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown and tender.
Roast the Chicken:
Place the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
Reduce the Marinade:
While the chicken is roasting, transfer the leftover marinade to a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer until the sauce thickens, 10-12 minutes.
Sauté the Garlic:
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Stir in the whole milk until well combined and heated through.
Mash the Potatoes:
Transfer the roasted potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Pour the sautéed garlic and butter over the potatoes. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more milk as necessary. Season with additional salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Finish the Chicken:
Remove the chicken from the oven and drizzle the reduced marinade over it. Return the chicken to the oven and roast for an additional 15 minutes. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Serve:
Spoon the garlic mashed roasted potatoes onto plates. Serve the honey chipotle chicken alongside the potatoes. Drizzle with any remaining reduced marinade. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.