Description
Hot Honey Chicken Thighs are a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors, ideal for any dinner table. This dish features crispy, juicy chicken thighs glazed with a homemade hot honey sauce, promising an explosion of taste in every bite. Perfect for game nights or a cozy family dinner, these thighs will impress guests and satisfy your cravings without a fuss.
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 1/3 cup hot honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Drizzle olive oil over the seasoned chicken, rubbing it in to ensure even coverage.
- Brush one side of each thigh liberally with hot honey.
- Place chicken skin-side up on the baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for five minutes before serving alongside rice or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added depth, marinate the chicken in hot honey for at least an hour before cooking. Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of hot honey used, or add spices like ginger for extra flavor.