These Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are pan-seared and coated in a sticky, flavorful sauce made with honey, soy sauce, and garlic. Ready in under 30 minutes — the perfect weeknight dinner!

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If you love fast, flavorful dinners that taste like takeout, these Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are about to become a go-to favorite! They’re juicy, pan-seared to golden perfection, and coated in a delicious sticky sauce that’s equal parts sweet, savory, and garlicky.

This easy one-pan recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and pairs perfectly with rice, roasted veggies, or even noodles for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Season chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Sear: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and cook 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp). Remove and set aside.
Make sauce: In the same pan, reduce heat slightly and add garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds, then stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Combine: Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat in the sticky honey garlic sauce.
Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or vegetables.