Tender, pan-seared chicken thighs baked in a sticky honey garlic glaze. A sweet and savory dish that’s fast, flavorful, and perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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6 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tbsp oil (neutral, like canola or avocado)
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1/3 cup honey
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
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Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (optional)
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Chopped scallions or sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
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In an oven-safe skillet, heat oil and sear chicken skin-side down for 5–7 minutes. Flip and cook for 3 more minutes.
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Whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
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Pour sauce over chicken. Transfer skillet to oven and bake 20–25 minutes, basting once.
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Optional: Remove chicken and simmer sauce with cornstarch slurry until thickened.
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Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with scallions or sesame seeds.