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Easy Honey Garlic Chicken

By Britney Brown-Chamberlain
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 35 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
honey garlic chicken thighs in a skillet topped with a sticky honey garlic glaze and chopped parsley.
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Sticky honey garlic chicken thighs baked until juicy and coated in a rich, garlicky glaze. Easy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.

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Ingredients 

Honey Garlic Sauce

  • 6 tbsp Honey
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Grainy Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tbsp Water
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 4 tsp Chicken Bouillon Paste
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 2 tbsp Salted Butter
  • 8 cloves Garlic, (diced)

Chicken

  • 6 Bone-In Chicken Thighs
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil, (additional for searing)
  • 2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 pack Sazon
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together all of the sauce ingredients expect the butter and diced garlic - 6 tbsp Honey 2 tbsp Soy Sauce 2 tbsp Grainy Dijon Mustard 2 tbsp Water 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar 4 tsp Chicken Bouillon Paste 1/2 tsp Chili Powder Set aside.
  • Pat chicken dry with a paper towel and add chicken to a large bowl. Add olive oil and seasonings - 1 tbsp Olive Oil 2 tsp Smoked Paprika 2 tsp Garlic Powder 2 tsp Onion Powder 1 pack Sazon 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes 1 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt 1 tsp Black Pepper 6 Bone-In Chicken Thighs Toss chicken, making sure everything is coated.
  • Place an oven safe skillet onto the stove over medium high heat. Let the pan warm for 3-5 minutes, then add a drizzle of olive oil to the skillet. Sear the chicken on both sides, about 4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and place onto a plate.
  • Use a paper towel to remove the grease and any burnt seasonings on the bottom of the pan. Lower heat to medium and add a drizzle of olive oil. Add diced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly so that the garlic doesn't burn. 8 cloves Garlic
  • Pour in the honey garlic sauce the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until it becomes bubbly and begins to thicken slightly. Add butter and stir until the butter is melted. 2 tbsp Salted Butter
  • Add chicken thighs and coat in the sauce. Remove from the heat and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked all the way through and the sauce is caramelized and sticky.

Notes

  • Pat the chicken dry first. Don’t skip this step! Removing excess moisture helps the chicken sear properly and develop that golden, flavorful crust instead of steaming in the pan.
  • Don’t crowd the pan when searing. Give the chicken some space. If the pan is overcrowded, the chicken will steam instead of getting crispy. Sear in batches if needed, it’s worth it for that deep golden color.
  • If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, you can bake the chicken in a 9×13 baking dish after searing.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving. Once it comes out of the oven, give it a few minutes to rest. This helps the juices redistribute so every bite stays tender, juicy, and full of flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 21g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Cholesterol: 107mg, Sodium: 1352mg, Potassium: 355mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 18g, Vitamin A: 574IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 34mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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