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Honey Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Butter

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These honey glazed chicken thighs are seared until crispy, coated in a sticky-sweet honey garlic glaze, and finished with a swirl of garlic herb butter. This easy, crowd-pleasing dinner is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, mash together the butter, 1 minced garlic clove, parsley, thyme, and lemon zest. Set aside at room temperature.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, 2 minced garlic cloves, and smoked paprika. Taste and adjust for sweetness or tanginess as needed.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden. Turn and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes. Work in batches if necessary.
  5. Pour most of the honey glaze over the chicken, reserving a couple of tablespoons for basting. Turn the chicken to coat. (Optional: Simmer glaze in a saucepan for 2-3 minutes to thicken before adding.)
  6. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C). Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temp should be 175°F). Halfway through, baste with reserved glaze.
  7. Remove skillet from oven. While the chicken rests, dollop garlic herb butter onto each thigh to melt into the glaze.
  8. Let the chicken rest in the pan for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle pan juices over each thigh and serve hot.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. For dairy-free, substitute vegan butter. Boneless thighs can be used; reduce oven time by about 5 minutes. Simmer the glaze for a thicker, stickier finish. Resting the chicken after baking keeps it juicy. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer.

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