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Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Thighs

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This recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken thighs with irresistibly crispy skin coated in a sticky, flavorful honey garlic glaze. Perfect for quick, comforting dinners with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 pounds or 1.4 kg)
  • 1/4 cup honey (85 g)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced fresh
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to fully heat for about 10 minutes.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil until well combined. Set aside.
  4. Heat a large oven-safe skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5-7 minutes without moving until the skin is golden brown and crisp.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs and cook the other side for 2 minutes to add color.
  6. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and baste the thighs well with the sauce.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Watch the sauce to prevent burning.
  8. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices and set the sauce.
  9. Serve warm, spooning extra sauce over the chicken thighs.

Notes

Patting the chicken skin dry before cooking is essential for crispiness. Sear skin-side down without moving to develop a golden crust. Watch the glaze carefully in the oven to avoid burning. For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Leftovers can be reheated gently in a skillet or oven to revive crispness.

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Keywords: honey garlic chicken, baked chicken thighs, crispy chicken skin, easy dinner, weeknight meal, honey garlic glaze

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