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Flavor‑Packed & High‑Protein Recipe

Flavor‑Packed & High‑Protein Recipe
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5 from 13 reviews

These Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are a delightful balance of sweet and savory, with a sticky honey glaze that perfectly coats tender chicken thighs. This easy recipe is bursting with flavor and makes for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken Thighs:

  • 6 chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless, skin-on preferred)

Seasoning:

  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

Sauce:

  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • (Optional) 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water for thickening
  • (Optional) Red pepper flakes or chili sauce for heat

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry and season: Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet, sear thighs skin-side down for 6–7 minutes, then flip and cook for 5–6 minutes.
  3. Add garlic: Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds.
  4. Make the sauce: Pour in honey, water or broth, vinegar, and soy sauce. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  5. Thicken the sauce: Let the sauce reduce for 3–5 minutes. Add cornstarch slurry if desired for a thicker glaze.
  6. Finish cooking: Spoon sauce over chicken as it simmers, then remove from heat.
  7. Garnish and serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sweetness or heat levels of the sauce to suit your preferences.
  • Ensure chicken is cooked through by checking its internal temperature.

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