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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Savory Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs for Delicious Weeknight Dinners

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are a delicious weeknight dinner with a sweet and savory glaze that tantalizes your taste buds.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 thighs Bone-in, skin-on Chicken Thighs Chicken breasts can be a substitute
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Honey Adjust to your preferred sweetness level
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is essential
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Feel free to use fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your liking
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to your liking
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Sprinkle on just before serving
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ground ginger. Whisk until blended.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes in the marinade you've prepared, preferably 2 hours.
  5. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken skin-side down and sear for 5–7 minutes.
  6. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for 2–3 minutes, then pour remaining marinade into the skillet.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  8. Baste the chicken with the glaze halfway through baking.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking.
  10. Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 12gIron: 1mg

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes, and check internal temperature to ensure chicken is cooked through.

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