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Easy Sticky Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Thighs (One Pan)

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These sticky honey garlic baked chicken thighs are a quick and easy one-pan meal that delivers juicy, caramelized chicken with a glossy, flavorful glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (toasted preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3–4 stalks green onions, sliced for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Position the rack in the middle of the oven. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides of the thighs with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side up in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch until the cornstarch dissolves completely.
  4. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is coated but the skin remains exposed.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes undisturbed.
  6. Remove the dish from the oven. Brush the pan juices over the chicken thighs, then flip each piece so the skin-side is down in the sauce. Brush the tops again with pan liquid.
  7. Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 170°F and the skin is golden brown and crispy. For extra caramelization, broil for the last 2 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry for crispy skin. Do not crowd the pan. Watch the garlic to prevent burning. Use a meat thermometer for best results (pull at 170°F). Baste twice for extra stickiness. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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