Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs (Printable)

Chicken thighs with honey, garlic, and butter for a savory sweet pan-fried main.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

→ Seasoning

02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Sauce

05 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 3 tablespoons honey
07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
09 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

# Method:

01 - Pat chicken thighs dry and season evenly with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
02 - Set oven to 375°F and allow to fully preheat.
03 - Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs, skin side down, and sear for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
04 - Remove chicken temporarily. In the same skillet, add remaining butter, garlic, honey, cider vinegar, and soy sauce. Stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
05 - Return chicken thighs to skillet, skin side up. Spoon some sauce over each piece. Transfer pan to oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
06 - Baste chicken with pan juices, then let rest 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses a handful of basic ingredients that are easy to find at any grocery store
  • Perfect for meal prep since the flavors only get better the next day
  • Adaptable for stovetop or oven depending on your mood or kitchen needs
02 -
  • Great source of protein and completely gluten free when using coconut aminos
  • Pan drippings make an incredible drizzle for roasted vegetables
  • Easily doubles for a party or leftovers
03 -
  • Brown the chicken thoroughly before baking for maximum flavor Browning is what guarantees that magical crispy skin
  • Use an ovenproof skillet so you can go straight from stovetop to oven and avoid extra dishes Always taste your sauce before coating to adjust sweetness salt or vinegar as needed
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