Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken Thighs
Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken Thighs are a mouthwatering combination of sweet and savory flavors that elevate any meal. With juicy, tender chicken thighs coated in a sticky glaze, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, you’ll want to make it again and again!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and brown sugar; mix well.
- Marinate chicken thighs in half of the marinade for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat with a bit of oil. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour remaining marinade over the seared chicken; bring to a simmer for flavor infusion.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with rice or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For extra crispiness, ensure your skillet is hot before adding the chicken. - Feel free to swap honey with maple syrup or add chili flakes for some heat. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.