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Skillet Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
Main course

Skillet Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Credit: myDinnerPlan

Boneless chicken thighs seared until golden, then glazed in a quick honey-garlic pan sauce. A 30-minute main that uses one skillet and pantry staples.

30 mins 4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds Chicken Thigh (Boneless Skinless)
  • 4 cloves of Garlic
  • 2 Green Onions And/Or Sesame Seeds
  • 1 Cooked Rice Or Steamed Vegetables For Serving
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 3 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Or Tamari
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Paprika (Smoked)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 Sesame Seeds
  • ⅓ cup Honey

Directions

  1. 1. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. 2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook 5–6 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (165°F). Transfer to a plate.
  3. 3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. 4. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened, then swirl in the butter.
  5. 5. Return the chicken and any juices to the skillet. Spoon the glaze over the thighs and cook 1–2 minutes more to coat.
  6. 6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if using. Serve with rice or vegetables.