Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
A quick and flavorful boneless chicken thigh recipe with a sticky honey garlic sauce that is perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
For the sauce
- ¼ cup honey The runny kind is best
- 4 cloves garlic Fresh or jarred
- ¼ cup soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tbsp oil For cooking
- 1 tbsp vinegar Add for extra tang
- to taste sriracha Optional, for heat
- to taste sesame seeds For garnish, optional
Vegetables (optional)
- 1 cup broccoli or bell peppers Toss in with the chicken if desired
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking pan with foil.
- In a bowl, mix together the honey, garlic, soy sauce, oil, vinegar, and sriracha (if using).
- Place the chicken thighs in the sauce and marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to overnight).
Cooking
- Arrange the marinated chicken on the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until fully cooked, flipping halfway through.
- For the last two minutes, broil the chicken for crispy, caramelized edges.
Notes
Serve with rice or mashed potatoes, and store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.