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A close-up of golden-brown chicken thighs glazed with a shiny honey garlic sauce, garnished with fresh green herbs on a white plate, with a background of a rustic wooden table and scattered garlic cloves and honey jars

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

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This Irresistible Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze. Perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and glazed.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but thighs remain juicier and more flavorful.
  • Be sure to baste the chicken with the sauce during baking for maximum flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking and Searing
  • Cuisine: Asian-American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free if soy sauce is gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg