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Crispy Honey-Garlic Chicken Thighs Easy Sticky Glaze Recipe

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This recipe features crispy, juicy chicken thighs coated in a sticky honey-garlic glaze that balances sweet and savory flavors, perfect for quick and satisfying weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey (raw, local preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons water or chicken broth
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Green onions or toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive or vegetable oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot pan without crowding. Cook undisturbed for 6-8 minutes until skin is deep golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for another 5 minutes.
  4. While chicken cooks, mix honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) in a small bowl.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Pour the glaze over the chicken in the skillet and add 2 tablespoons of water or chicken broth to thin the glaze slightly.
  6. Spoon glaze over chicken and let simmer gently, flipping occasionally to coat well. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until glaze thickens and becomes sticky. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  7. Check doneness with a meat thermometer; internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C). Juices should run clear.
  8. Remove chicken from pan and let rest for 5 minutes. Spoon any remaining glaze over the top and garnish with green onions or toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Pat chicken dry to ensure crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Mix glaze ingredients before adding to pan to prevent garlic from burning. Lower heat before adding glaze to avoid burning sugars. If glaze thickens too fast, add a splash of water or broth. Let chicken rest after cooking for juicy meat.

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