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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

These Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are seared until golden, coated in a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce, and baked until tender and beautifully glazed. This easy skillet dinner is ready in about 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4-6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for searing
  • salt and black pepper to taste
Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce use tamari or certified gluten-free soy sauce if needed
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced; optional
Optional Garnishes
  • sliced green onions for serving
  • sesame seeds for serving

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Kitchen tongs
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. Do not rinse raw chicken, as this can spread bacteria around the kitchen.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the honey, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and fresh ginger, if using. Stir until well blended.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.
  6. Place the chicken thighs in the hot skillet skin-side down. Sear for 5 to 7 minutes, without moving them frequently, until the skin is golden brown and crisp.
  7. Turn the chicken thighs over and cook for about 2 minutes on the second side.
  8. Pour the honey-garlic sauce evenly over and around the chicken thighs.
  9. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Baste the chicken with the sauce halfway through cooking.
  10. Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part without touching the bone.
  11. Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Spoon the thickened glaze over the thighs before serving.
  12. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

Gluten-free option: Use tamari or a certified gluten-free soy sauce.
Crispy skin: Pat the chicken completely dry and place it skin-side down in a fully heated skillet. Avoid moving it while it sears.
Sauce: If the glaze is thinner than desired after baking, transfer the chicken to a plate and simmer the sauce on the stovetop for a few minutes until thickened.
Serving: Serve with white rice, quinoa, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or steamed broccoli to soak up the honey-garlic sauce.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.