Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are a delightful blend of sweet and savory, featuring tender chicken coated in a luscious honey-garlic glaze. The dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, delivering an explosion of flavor that will leave everyone asking for more. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll have a restaurant-quality meal ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 bone-in chicken thighs
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Arrange the marinated thighs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Baste with leftover marinade halfway through baking for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg