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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
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These honey garlic chicken thighs are full of sticky, sweet, and savory flavor! You can whip up this recipe in just 30 minutes, making it easy for busy weeknights or entertaining.

Ingredients

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For the chicken

  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, about 2 pounds
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

For the sauce

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons regular soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 3 garlic cloves, grated
  • ½ teaspoon fresh grated ginger

Instructions

  1. Remove any excess fat on the chicken thighs and place them on a cutting board. Stir together the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and smoked paprika. Sprinkle the seasoning mix on all sides of the chicken thighs. 
  2. Add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat it over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs smooth side down and cook until golden brown, about 6 to 8 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until cooked through, about 6 more minutes, until the internal temperature measures 165°F on a food thermometer when inserted at the thickest point.
  3. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl whisk together the cornstarch and water. Then whisk in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, oil, honey, garlic powder, grated ginger and grated garlic. Pour it into a small skillet, bring to a simmer, and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes. 
  4. When the chicken is done, allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Drain the fat from the skilletand toss the chicken with sauce. Serve immediately. Leftovers store refrigerated for up to 3 days.