Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are the perfect blend of sweet and savory, guaranteed to impress at any dinner table. This easy-to-make dish features juicy, bone-in chicken thighs glazed in a delightful honey garlic sauce that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. With just the right balance of flavor, these chicken thighs promise to be a hit for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Get ready for a flavorful experience that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ginger, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or bowl and pour the marinade over them; ensure they are well-coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight for enhanced flavor).
- Arrange marinated chicken skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet and pour any remaining marinade over them.
- Bake for about 45-50 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg