Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs (Easy Weeknight Recipe)

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Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs (Easy Weeknight Recipe)

Juicy boneless chicken thighs coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze made from pantry staples. This quick and flavorful recipe comes together in just 20 minutes making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep!

Prep Time5

Cook Time12

Marinating Time30

Total Time47

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings: Servings

Calories: 250.04kcal

Author: Sarah Hill

Equipment

Ingredients

1-1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
5 garlic cloves minced
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking

Instructions

In a large plastic bag or bowl, combine the chicken thighs with the other ingredients, aside from oil. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
1-1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 5 garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons honey, ¼ cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Heat one tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes. Do not throw away the marinade.
1 tablespoon olive oil
Flip the chicken and cook for another 6-7 minutes. Make some room in the pan and add the remaining marinade to the pan.
Increase the heat slightly and boil the sauce for about 5 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens. Turn the chicken to coat in the sauce, turn off the heat and place on a plate, topped with the remaining sauce.

If the sauce thickens too quickly, stir in a splash of water or chicken broth to loosen it.

Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
Use a meat thermometer to ensure 165°F.
Always boil any leftover marinade for at least 5 minutes before serving, since it touched raw chicken.
Thin the sauce with a splash of water or broth if needed.

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