Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken Thighs

This Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken Thighs dish is a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and garlicky goodness. The crispy, pan-seared chicken thighs are coated in a rich honey garlic sauce, then finished with a touch of soy sauce and sesame oil for depth of flavor. Served alongside steamed jasmine rice and roasted vegetables, this meal is easy to make, yet packed with restaurant-quality taste.

For the Chicken Thighs

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp smoked paprika

1 tbsp vegetable oil

1 tbsp unsalted butter

For the Honey Garlic Glaze

3 tbsp honey

3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1 tsp sesame oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp grated ginger

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)

1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (for thickening)

For Garnish and Serving

1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

2 green onions, finely chopped

Steamed jasmine rice

Roasted vegetables (such as broccoli, carrots, or bell peppers)

Season and Sear the Chicken

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel for extra crispiness.
Season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
Flip and cook for another 5 minutes on the other side.
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Make the Honey Garlic Glaze

In the same pan, add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
Return the chicken thighs to the pan, coating them in the glaze.
Simmer for another 3-4 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).

Serve and Enjoy

Place the chicken thighs over steamed jasmine rice.
Drizzle extra honey garlic sauce over the top.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Serve with roasted vegetables and enjoy with a chilled glass of white wine!

Pro Tips

For extra crispy skin, let the chicken rest on a wire rack for 5 minutes before glazing.
For a richer sauce, add 1 tablespoon of butter before serving.
For a spicier version, increase the red pepper flakes or add 1 teaspoon of Sriracha.

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