Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5–7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the sliced red onion and sauté for 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Create the Blueberry Sauce: Add blueberries, thyme, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup (or honey), and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir gently and let simmer for 3–4 minutes.
Finish Cooking: Nestle the chicken thighs back into the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon sauce over each piece, cover, and let simmer for 15–20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
Serve and Savor: Plate the chicken with blueberry thyme sauce over the top. Pairs well with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
You can swap chicken thighs for bone-in chicken breasts, adjusting cooking time as needed.