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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs glazed with a sticky honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 to 2 pounds / 700-900g)
  • 1/4 cup honey (85g)
  • 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (30ml)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (15ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Allow the oven to heat for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin. Toss the chicken in the marinade until well coated. Let sit for 10-15 minutes if time allows (optional).
  4. Line a rimmed 9×13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on the sheet, spaced apart to avoid crowding.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check around 20 minutes to ensure the skin is turning golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If needed, broil for 2-3 minutes to crisp the skin further, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  6. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

Patting the chicken skin dry before marinating is essential for crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow air circulation. Letting the chicken rest after baking locks in juiciness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Broil briefly if skin needs extra crisping. Variations include adding sriracha for heat or swapping honey for maple syrup.

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