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Easy One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

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Juicy, sticky, and flavor-packed chicken thighs with a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, all made in one pan for minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2.5 lbs)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced (1 tablespoon)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (avocado or grapeseed)
  • Optional: sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, red pepper flakes for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet. Sear undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until deep golden brown.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs and sear the other side for 3-4 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, low sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
  7. Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs in the skillet, tilting the pan to distribute evenly.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes, basting the chicken with the pan sauce halfway through. Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 175-185°F.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  10. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

Don’t skip the basting step halfway through baking—it creates the signature sticky glaze. For best results, use a meat thermometer and aim for 175-185°F for tender thighs. Let the chicken rest 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

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