Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
An incredibly easy and delicious recipe for juicy honey garlic chicken thighs with crispy skin and a sticky, sweet-savory glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 8 medium chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup dark soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- black pepper
- 1 green onion chopped, to garnish
Instructions
- Begin by thoroughly cleaning your chicken thighs under cold running water. Once clean, pat them very dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper, then set the chicken aside while you prepare the sauce.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the 1/4 cup of honey, 1/4 cup of dark soy sauce, 4 cloves of minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Whisk all these ingredients together until they are well combined and smooth. Set aside
- Heat the 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the seasoned chicken thighs into the hot skillet, skin-side down. Cook for 8-10 minutes without moving them, until the skin is beautifully crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the chicken thighs over to the other side. Continue to cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. To ensure safety and juiciness, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) at its thickest part.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, carefully pour the prepared honey garlic sauce directly over the chicken thighs in the skillet. Let the sauce come to a gentle simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly and coat the chicken in a luscious, sticky glaze. Turn the chicken occasionally to ensure even coating.
- Remove the chicken thighs from the skillet and arrange them on a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining sauce from the pan over the chicken. Garnish generously with freshly chopped green onions for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!
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Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe
Nutrition
Calories: 673kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 39gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 23gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 221mgSodium: 1327mgPotassium: 536mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 207IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 2mg
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