Sticky, sweet, and garlicky chicken thighs with crispy skin and a glossy honey garlic glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp neutral oil (canola or avocado)
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1/3 cup honey
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
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Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
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Chopped scallions or sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5–7 minutes until golden. Flip and cook 3 more minutes.
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In a bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
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Pour sauce over chicken. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, basting halfway through.
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Optional: Remove chicken and simmer sauce on stove with cornstarch slurry until thickened.
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Rest chicken for 5 minutes. Spoon sauce over and garnish before serving.