Description

These Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Lemon Glaze are bursting with flavor – seasoned, pan-seared chicken thighs with golden crispy skin, finished in a zesty, sweet lemon-honey garlic glaze for an irresistible dinner main.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Lemon Honey Garlic Glaze:

3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon butter
Optional: 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)

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Instructions

Season the chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry. Season all over with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5–7 minutes until skin is crisp and golden. Flip and cook another 5 minutes.
Make the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine honey, lemon juice, garlic, soy sauce, and butter. Simmer for 3–5 minutes. For a thicker glaze, stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened.
Finish chicken: Pour glaze over seared chicken. Cover skillet with foil and transfer to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C). Bake for 15–20 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
Serve: Spoon extra glaze over chicken before serving. Garnish with lemon slices or parsley if desired.

Notes

Use boneless thighs if preferred, but adjust cook time accordingly.
For extra crisp skin, broil for 2–3 minutes after baking.
Delicious with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted veggies.