Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken Thighs are juicy, flavorful, and coated in a sticky-sweet garlic sauce. This dish pairs perfectly with steamed vegetables and creamy mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal!
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
✅ Base Ingredients:
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 🍗
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🛢️
- Salt & black pepper, to taste 🧂
✅ Honey Garlic Sauce:
- ⅓ cup honey 🍯
- 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- ¼ cup soy sauce 🍶
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 🍏
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening) 🌽
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 🌶️
✅ To Serve:
- Steamed vegetables 🥦🥕
- Mashed potatoes 🥔
Instructions:
Step 1: Sear the Chicken
1️⃣ Season chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.
2️⃣ Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
3️⃣ Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
4️⃣ Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Sauce
5️⃣ In the same pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
6️⃣ Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar.
7️⃣ Simmer for 2 minutes, then add cornstarch slurry (if using) to thicken.
Step 3: Glaze & Cook
8️⃣ Return chicken thighs to the pan and coat with sauce.
9️⃣ Cover and let cook on low heat for 10 minutes, basting occasionally.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
🔟 Serve hot with steamed vegetables and mashed potatoes!
Enjoy your deliciously glazed chicken! 🍯🍗
This sweet and savory dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make yet incredibly flavorful.
✨ Extra Tips:
👉 Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice for a tangy twist! 🍋