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honey garlic chicken thighs

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 serving
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs. boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1/2 medium onion diced
  • 7 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper or to taste
  • Optional garnish Chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  • Cook chicken for 3-5 minutes on the first side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add diced onions and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in soy sauce and honey, scraping the bottom of the pan to mix in the browned bits.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Simmer until the sauce thickens and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

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Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
Keyword Chicken