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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Savory Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs for Quick Tonight's Dinner

Experience the delightful flavors of Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey using quality honey is best
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce opt for regular or low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar optional but highly recommended
For Cooking
  • 1 teaspoon cooking oil choose a neutral oil with a high smoke point
  • 6 cloves minced garlic or about 2 tablespoons

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar to create the glaze.
  3. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Flip the chicken and lower heat; cook for an additional 7-10 minutes.
  6. Transfer chicken to a plate, reserving 2 tablespoons of fat.
  7. Sauté minced garlic in the reserved fat until fragrant.
  8. Add the sauce mixture to the pan and cook until thickened.
  9. Coat the chicken with the sauce and simmer for 1 minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven.

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