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Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs for a Weeknight Wow!

A simple recipe for Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs that balances sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 small Onion Finely chopped, best if caramelized
  • 2 tbsp Honey Agave syrup works as an alternative
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce Consider low-sodium for a healthier option
  • 1 tsp Sriracha Sauce Adjust quantity to heat tolerance
  • ½ tsp Sea Salt
  • ½ tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a lighter substitute
For the Sides
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Uncooked; feel free to use quinoa
  • 1 bunch Broccolini Fresh; substitute with green beans or bok choy
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped; optional but recommended

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • large casserole dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large casserole dish, whisk together the minced garlic, chopped onion, honey, soy sauce, Sriracha, sea salt, black pepper, and chicken broth to create a marinade.
  2. Place chicken thighs in the marinade, cover, and let sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water. In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add rice, lower heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Bring water to a boil in a small pot, add broccolini, and steam for about 5 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  6. Remove plastic wrap from the casserole dish and bake chicken thighs for 20 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Let chicken rest, then serve over basmati rice with broccolini and drizzle pan drippings on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight. Check the internal temperature to ensure it's 165°F.

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