Five-Ingredient Honey Garlic Chicken Thigh 🍯🍗
Five-Ingredient Honey Garlic Chicken Thigh is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. This recipe balances the richness of the chicken with the aromatic garlic and the sweetness of honey, making it a crowd-pleaser for any dinner ta
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in skin-on chicken thighs trimmed of excess fat
- 1/2 cup honey preferably local or raw
- 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium is recommended
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar for acidity
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for searing
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for about 5-7 minutes or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the chicken thighs over and pour the honey garlic sauce over the top. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Spoon the sauce over the chicken before plating.
Notes
Tip 1: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken thighs in the honey garlic sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Tip 2: Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Variation: Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts or tofu for a lighter option.
Tip 2: Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Variation: Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts or tofu for a lighter option.