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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

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A simple and delicious recipe for honey garlic chicken thighs, coated in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900g)
  • 1/4 cup honey (85g)
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (60ml)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (30ml)
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth (60ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil (30ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (270g)
  • 3 cups water or chicken broth (720ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
  2. Bring 3 cups of water or broth and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  3. Add the rice, stir once, cover, and reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  4. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes while you make the chicken.
  5. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with ground black pepper.
  6. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook without moving them for 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
  8. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes on the other side. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
  9. Lower the heat to medium. In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  10. Stir in honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, water or broth, and red pepper flakes if using. Scrape up any browned bits from the pan with a spoon.
  11. Return the chicken thighs to the pan, skin-side up. Spoon some sauce over the top. Cover with a lid and let it simmer gently for 7-8 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Notes

For crispier skin, cook the chicken a little longer on each side. Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness.

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