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Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken

Juicy chicken thighs baked to perfection in a sticky, sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, a true crowd-pleaser.

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken

Prepare for your new favorite chicken dinner! This Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken delivers perfectly tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in an irresistibly sticky, sweet, and savory glaze. It's incredibly easy to make, requires minimal hands-on time, and is guaranteed to be a hit with everyone at the table. Serve it with rice and your favorite green veggie for a complete meal!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Honey Garlic Sauce

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)

For Garnish (optional)

  • Sesame seeds
  • Chopped green onions

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.

  2. Step 2

    Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

  3. Step 3

    In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger (if using) to create the honey garlic sauce.

  4. Step 4

    Place chicken thighs in the prepared baking dish. Pour about half of the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, turning to coat. Reserve the remaining sauce for basting.

  5. Step 5

    Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, generously baste the chicken with half of the reserved sauce, then return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C) and the sauce is caramelized and sticky. For extra caramelization, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes (watch carefully to prevent burning).

  6. Step 6

    Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Tips

  • For easy cleanup, line your baking dish with foil before parchment paper.
  • This sauce is also fantastic with chicken drumsticks, wings, or even pork tenderloin.
  • Serve with steamed rice and roasted broccoli or green beans to soak up all that delicious sauce.

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