These juicy chicken thighs are coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze and baked until golden and tender. Simple ingredients, bold flavor, and perfect for any weeknight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
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 (e.g., canola or vegetable)
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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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Green onions or sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil in an oven-safe skillet. Sear thighs skin-side down for 5–7 minutes. Flip and cook 3 minutes more.
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Mix together honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
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Pour sauce over chicken and transfer skillet to the oven. Bake 20–25 minutes, basting once.
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For a thicker glaze, simmer sauce on stovetop with cornstarch slurry after baking.
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Let chicken rest, spoon sauce over top, and garnish before serving.