Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

These honey garlic chicken thighs are the perfect balance of sweet and savory, coated in a rich, sticky glaze that clings to every bite.

Tender chicken is seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a flavorful sauce made with honey, soy sauce, and plenty of garlic for a bold, comforting dish.

This quick and satisfying recipe is ideal for busy weeknights but tastes like something you’d order at your favorite restaurant.

Serve it over a bed of fluffy rice to soak up every drop of the irresistible sauce, and finish with fresh herbs for a bright, fresh contrast.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 8 (5-ounce) boneless chicken thighs
  • Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or as needed)
  • 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 7 cloves garlic, chopped (or more to taste)
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • Pinch of onion powder
  • Pinch of garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken and sear on one side until golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Flip the chicken, then add the chopped onion and garlic. Cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, until the chicken is mostly cooked through and the onion and garlic are softened.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  6. In the same skillet, add honey, soy sauce, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to build flavor.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it in the sauce.
  8. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Simmer for about 10 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through, until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Transfer the chicken to a serving plate and spoon the sauce over the top.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.

Chefs Notes

  • Both skin-on and skinless chicken thighs work well in this recipe.
  • For an even stronger garlic flavor, use a full head of garlic instead of individual cloves.
  • Serve over steamed white or brown rice to soak up the extra sauce.
  • Fresh parsley can be used in place of cilantro if preferred.
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