Balsamic Chicken Thighs

Mince the garlic and combine it in a bowl with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and a healthy dose of freshly cracked pepper (about 20 cranks of a pepper mill). Place the chicken thighs in a shallow dish or heavy duty zip top bag and pour the marinade over top.

Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 1 to 8 hours. (You can do this before you leave for work in the morning.)

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Pour the chicken and marinade into a baking dish. Place the chicken in the oven and bake for 45 minutes. Use a spoon or baster to bathe the chicken with the juices from the bottom of the dish once or twice during baking.

Remove the chicken from the oven and sprinkle a handful of freshly chopped parsley over top.