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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

A delicious and easy-to-prepare dish, combining sweet honey and savory garlic for a flavor-packed meal, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless chicken thighs Juicy and flavorful choice.
  • 3 tablespoons honey Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Add according to taste.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For cooking the chicken.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Use as per preference.
  • Cooked rice for serving Soaks up the sauce nicely.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
  3. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
Serving
  1. Serve over cooked rice, optionally with steamed vegetables on the side.

Notes

Marinate the chicken in the honey garlic sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking for extra flavor. Adjust the honey and soy sauce ratio to your preference. You can easily customize this recipe by adding vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli while cooking or use bone-in chicken thighs for a different texture and flavor.