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Honey garlic boneless chicken thighs served on a plate with fresh herbs

Honey Garlic Boneless Chicken Thighs

A quick and easy skillet-to-oven recipe for juicy, caramelized boneless chicken thighs in a sticky honey garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 6 pieces small boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • to taste Salt and black pepper to taste
For the sauce
  • 2 Tbsp salted butter, divided (1 Tbsp for searing, 1 Tbsp for the sauce)
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tsp)
  • 3 Tbsp honey adjust to taste—reduce if you prefer less sweet
  • 2 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce substitute tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/2 tsp ground thyme or 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger or use 1/2 to 1 tsp fresh grated ginger

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter and let it melt until foaming.
  2. Add the thighs in a single layer and sear 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer thighs to a plate and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in the honey, soy sauce, ground thyme, and ground ginger. Let the sauce simmer for 1 minute to marry the flavors.
  5. Return the seared thighs to the skillet. Spoon sauce over each piece to coat.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
  7. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgSugar: 8g

Notes

Serve these honey garlic thighs over rice or toast. For lighter plates, pair with a simple green salad or roasted broccoli. A squeeze of lemon or red pepper flakes can brighten the finish.

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