These Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are better than takeout! No marinating required, it all comes together in 20 minutes and only 5 ingredients unless you include salt and pepper. Serve with some rice, your favorite veggies or salad, and you're set!
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I love making this on busy days when you need something easy and quick. My boys love honey garlic anything, so I knew these would be a hit.
I'm keeping this honey garlic chicken thighs recipe minimal. But simple doesn't mean less flavor. You need to try this version 10/10!
Here are some 20 minute dinner ideas for you to check out, like Beef Gyudon - all made in the rice cooker! If one pot is your jam, then this Salmon Fried Rice is a delicious 10 minute dinner that your family will absolutely go bananas over.
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How to make honey garlic chicken thighs (VIDEO)
How to make (PICTURES)
- Step 1: Pat dry the chicken with paper towels. Season with salt & pepper on both sides.
- Step 2: Heat a heavy skillet to medium-high (NO OIL!). Add the chicken, skin-side down.
- Step 3: Cook 5 minutes until crispy, then flip and cook 2 more minutes.
- Step 4: Remove chicken to a plate. Lower the heat to medium, add minced garlic, and sauté just until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Step 5: Stir in honey + soy sauce + cold butter until the butter melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Return chicken to the pan and coat with the glossy sauce.
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Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs (20 Minute Dinner)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Pat dry the chicken with paper towels.6 chicken thighs
- Season with salt & pepper on both sides.1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Heat a heavy skillet to medium-high (no oil!). Add the chicken, skin-side down. Cook 5 minutes until crispy, then flip and cook 2 more minutes.
- Remove chicken to a plate.
- Lower the heat to medium, add minced garlic, and sauté just until fragrant (about 30 seconds).6 garlic cloves
- Stir in honey + soy sauce + cold butter until the butter melts and the sauce thickens slightly.3 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoon cold butter
- Return chicken to the pan and coat with the glossy sauce.
- Serve it up with rice and greens and dive in!
Notes
- Make sure to pat the chicken dry with paper towels to get a nice crispy chicken.
- Cold butter thickens the sauce and adds a silky gloss.
- Add crushed red pepper fakes if you like a little spice in your life.
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