Sweet, spicy, and oven-crisped to perfection, these hot honey garlic chicken thighs are roasted until golden, then glazed with a garlicky honey sauce that delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
1/2 cup hot honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
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Pat chicken dry. Arrange skin-side up on the baking sheet.
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Drizzle with oil and season with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
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Roast 35–45 minutes until internal temp reaches 175°F and skin is crisp.
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Meanwhile, combine hot honey, garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar in a saucepan. Simmer 3–5 minutes.
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Brush warm glaze over chicken once baked. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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Garnish and serve hot.