Savory and sweet, these Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are a crowd-pleaser! With crispy golden skin and a sticky glaze, this easy recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. Juicy, flavorful, and irresistibly good!
- 4 pcs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 tsp chili flakes (optional for heat)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 Prepare the Chicken Thighs
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season them with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2 Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- 3 Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, chili flakes, and vinegar. Simmer for 3 minutes until thickened slightly.
- 4 Combine Chicken with Sauce
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and simmer for 10 minutes on low heat until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 75°C/165°F).
- 5 Rest and Serve
Remove the skillet from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with steamed rice or roasted vegetables.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Tips: For extra crispiness, sear the chicken longer before adding the sauce.
- Variations: Add ginger to the sauce for a deeper flavor, or substitute chicken thighs with drumsticks or wings.