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Easy Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs: Best Kid-Approved Dinner

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This easy honey garlic chicken thighs recipe features a glossy, caramelized glaze and tender, juicy meat. It’s a quick, family-friendly dinner that comes together in about 30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lbs or 900g)
  • ⅓ cup (110g) honey
  • ¼ cup (60ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Set aside.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, place the chicken thighs skin-side down. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Flip the chicken thighs using tongs and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated.
  5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Halfway through, baste the chicken with pan juices.
  6. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over the chicken before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

Don’t skip the searing step for crispy skin. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. Watch the honey to prevent burning; if your oven runs hot, reduce temperature to 375°F. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. For extra thick glaze, simmer pan juices on the stovetop for 3-5 minutes.

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