Name: Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-491721H12M9S
Total time: PT-491721H12M9S
Cuisine: American/Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2.5-3 lbs total); Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 tbsp olive oil; For the Honey Garlic Sauce:; 1/2 cup honey; 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred); 3-4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar); 1 tsp freshly grated ginger (optional); 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); For garnish: sliced green onions, sesame seeds

Description

A recipe for delicious Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs, featuring bone-in, skin-on chicken seared and then baked in a rich, sweet, and savory honey garlic sauce until perfectly caramelized.

Ingredients

8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2.5-3 lbs total)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 tsp freshly grated ginger (optional)
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For garnish: sliced green onions, sesame seeds

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet (cast iron works great) over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet. Sear for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip and sear for another 2-3 minutes.
While chicken is searing, prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, grated ginger (if using), and red pepper flakes (if using).
Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken thighs in the skillet. Make sure each thigh is coated.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the sauce has thickened and caramelized around the chicken.
If the sauce is too thin, you can remove the chicken and simmer the sauce on the stovetop for a few minutes until it thickens to your liking, then pour it back over the chicken.
Remove from oven. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve with rice and steamed vegetables.

Notes

Using bone-in, skin-on thighs ensures maximum flavor and moisture.
Low sodium soy sauce is recommended to control the overall saltiness due to the honey content.
For extra crispiness, you can broil the chicken for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning the sauce.