Garlic-Honey Glazed Chicken Thighs
Garlic-Honey Glazed Chicken Thighs are a delectable dish that combines succulent chicken with a rich, sweet sauce infused with garlic. This recipe features juicy thighs that are seared to perfection and then baked in an irresistible garlic-honey glaze. Perfect for any occasion, these chicken thighs deliver restaurant-quality flavors right from your kitchen, making them a favorite for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup honey
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together garlic, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken thighs in half of the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the thighs, pour the remaining marinade over them, and bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute honey with maple syrup or add crushed red pepper flakes for spice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days; reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for best results.