Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
This Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe is bursting with sweet and savory flavor, featuring crispy skin and a luscious honey garlic sauce that's perfect for weeknight dinners!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce ensure it’s your preferred type
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes while you prepare the sauce.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside the mixture.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot pan. Cook for about 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for 4-5 minutes.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken thighs. Reduce heat to medium-low and let the sauce bubble and thicken, spooning it over the chicken as it cooks. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (165°F / 74°C internal temperature).
- Remove the chicken from the pan and transfer to a serving plate. Spoon the remaining sauce over the top and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Grater or microplane
- Knife and cutting board
- Tongs or spatula
- Serving plate
Notes
- Patting the chicken dry is essential for crispy skin.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen without sauce for 2 months.
- Customize the sauce by adding lime juice, red pepper flakes, or fresh herbs.
- Boneless thighs can be used; adjust cooking time accordingly.
