Description
Delicious honey garlic chicken thighs with a sweet and savory marinade, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- ½ cup honey
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ground ginger until well combined.
- Season Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a resealable bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- Sear Chicken: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip and Bake: Flip the chicken pieces over, and pour the remaining marinade into the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Cook Through: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Baste with Sauce: Halfway through cooking, baste the chicken with the sauce to enhance flavor.
- Rest: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for a touch of flavor and presentation.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken thighs longer if you have the time. Ensure to sear the chicken well for crispy skin.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg