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Honey Soy Chicken Thighs with Crispy Edges

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Follow this recipe to make tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory honey soy glaze that develops crispy edges when cooked.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispy skin.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper to create the glaze.
  3. Place the chicken thighs in a shallow dish and pour half of the glaze over them. Turn to coat. Reserve the remaining half of the glaze for basting later.
  4. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet. Sear for 6 to 8 minutes without moving them until the skin is deeply golden brown and crisp.
  7. Flip the chicken thighs. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  8. Roast for 15 minutes.
  9. Remove the skillet from the oven. Brush the tops of the chicken with some of the reserved glaze.
  10. Return the skillet to the oven and cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) and the glaze is sticky.
  11. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with any remaining pan juices.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can briefly broil the chicken for the last 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning the honey.
  • Serve this dish over steamed white rice and alongside blanched broccoli or green beans.
  • If you use boneless, skinless thighs, reduce the initial searing time and increase the oven cooking time slightly.

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