Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are a mouthwatering dish that combines juicy chicken with a rich, sticky sauce that balances sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this easy recipe will have everyone at the table asking for more. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you’ll have a delightful meal ready to savor in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced (optional)
- 2 green onions, finely sliced (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, and ginger until well combined.
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place seasoned thighs in the baking dish skin-side up and pour half of the sauce over them.
- Bake for about 40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Drizzle remaining sauce over chicken and garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 319
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 100mg