Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
Juicy, tender chicken thighs coated in a delightful honey garlic sauce, perfect for a comforting and quick meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tablespoon garlic powder)
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/3 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water, optional
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or green onions, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season with half a teaspoon of salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the chicken thighs for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Lower the heat slightly. Add minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and optional red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, occasionally spooning the sauce over the chicken.
- For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir into the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
Finishing Touches
- Finely dice fresh parsley or green onions and stir into the chicken. Serve warm with the sauce.
Notes
For a complete meal, serve with steamed jasmine or basmati rice and sautéed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container; they last in the fridge for 3-4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.