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Honey Garlic Chicken Thigh Recipes: One-Skillet Weeknight Dinner Magic

Delicious Chicken Thigh Recipes: Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs for Dinner

Kick off your week with one of the best chicken thigh recipes—sweet, savory, and family-approved!

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs in a skillet

Why This Honey Garlic Chicken Thigh Recipe Works

  • Cast Iron Skillet Magic: Perfect sear and caramelization.
  • Sweet & Savory Glaze: A simple honey garlic sauce with soy for depth.
  • Quick Cleanup: Everything cooks in one pan—ideal for busy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients for Chicken Thigh Recipes That Wow

  • 8 (5 ounce) boneless chicken thighs
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and pat the chicken thighs dry.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic until smooth.
  3. Season thighs with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a hot cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the chicken thighs, skin-side down, for 5 minutes or until golden brown. Flip and cook 3 more minutes.
  5. Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, spooning the glaze over the thighs, for 8–10 minutes.
  6. Once the internal temperature hits 165°F, remove from heat. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for an extra pop of flavor.

Tips & Variations for Next-Level Chicken Thigh Recipes

  • Make It Spicy: Add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Veggie Boost: Toss in broccoli florets or snap peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • Meal Prep: Store in glass containers for grab-and-go lunches all week.

Nutrition per Serving: 368 kcal; 25 g protein; 38 g carbs; 13 g fat; 36 g sugar; 986 mg sodium.

Ready to experience one of the most crave-worthy chicken thigh recipes? Your taste buds—and dinner guests—will thank you!

Recipe Credits: Allrecipes

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

These garlic chicken thighs are cooked with honey and soy sauce in a cast iron skillet for a family-friendly dish full of sweet and savory flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Asian

Ingredients
  

  • 8 5 ounce boneless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and pat the chicken thighs dry.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic until smooth.
  3. Season thighs with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a hot cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the chicken thighs, skin-side down, for 5 minutes or until golden brown. Flip and cook 3 more minutes.
  5. Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, spooning the glaze over the thighs, for 8–10 minutes.
  6. Once the internal temperature hits 165°F, remove from heat. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for an extra pop of flavor.
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