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Easy Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs – Best One-Pan Dinner

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This sticky honey garlic chicken thighs recipe is a quick and easy one-pan dinner that comes together in under 40 minutes. The honey garlic sauce is sweet, savory, and a little tangy, coating the chicken in a sticky glaze that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha (if using), and sesame oil.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium and pour the sauce mixture into the same skillet. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom. Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
  5. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon some of the sauce over the tops.
  6. 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) and the sauce is bubbly and thickened. Halfway through, spoon some sauce over the chicken again.
  7. Remove the skillet from the oven. Carefully transfer the chicken to a serving plate. Place the skillet back on the stovetop over medium heat. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry, then whisk it into the sauce. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thick and glossy.
  8. Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over rice, quinoa, or with steamed veggies.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry for crispy skin. Don’t skip the deglazing step for maximum flavor. For a gluten-free version, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. For a lower-sugar option, reduce honey to 1/4 cup and add extra vinegar.

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