Delicious Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
Savor the irresistible combination of juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and sticky honey garlic glaze. This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. With its balance of sweet and savory flavors, this dish brings the family together and fills your kitchen with delightful aromas. Get ready to enjoy tender chicken that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the thighs, pour half of the honey garlic mixture over them, and spoon sauce for even coating.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from oven, rest for 5 minutes, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg