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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Sweet and Savory Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs in 30 Minutes

Enjoy these Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs, a perfect blend of sweetness and savory goodness, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on for moisture and texture; boneless works too.
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Honey Adds sweetness and stickiness.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Regular or low-sodium for seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Optional, adds splash of acidity.
For Cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Oil Any cooking oil works for searing.
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended for depth.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar until blended.
  3. Pour 1 teaspoon of oil into a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  4. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs and reduce heat to medium, cooking for an additional 7-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Remove the cooked chicken and leave about 2 tablespoons of fat in the pan.
  7. Add minced garlic into the reserved chicken fat and sauté for 30-60 seconds.
  8. Pour the honey sauce into the skillet with the sautéed garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  9. Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them, letting them simmer for an additional minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 360mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken thighs are dried thoroughly before cooking to achieve crispiness. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.

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