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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

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Sticky, savory honey garlic chicken thighs are an easy and flavorful weeknight dinner option.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless; skin-on for extra crispness)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 cups rice (for serving)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1–2 tablespoons neutral oil (vegetable or canola)

Instructions

  1. Combine the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Heat the pan: Warm 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Brown the chicken: Pat the thighs dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. Add them to the hot pan skin-side down if applicable, leaving space between pieces. Cook until well browned, about 5 to 7 minutes per side.
  4. Finish with the sauce: Pour the sauce mixture over the browned chicken. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, spooning the sauce over the thighs occasionally. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce has reduced and thickened, about 6 to 10 minutes more.
  5. Rest and serve: Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 3 to 5 minutes. Serve the thighs spooned with the sticky sauce over steamed rice.

Notes

For lower-sodium options, use low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos. Boneless thighs cook faster; bone-in gives more flavor but takes a few minutes longer.

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