Description
Tender and flavorful Honey Garlic Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs feature a sweet and savory glaze that perfectly complements the juicy chicken. This easy-to-make dish is a delightful combination of honey, garlic, and lemon flavors with a hint of pepper, creating a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Chicken Thighs:
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Garnish (optional):
- lemon slices and chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and lemon pepper seasoning.
- Sear the chicken: Sear the chicken thighs in a skillet until golden brown, then transfer to a plate.
- Make the sauce: Sauté garlic, then add honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, and butter. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Bake: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and bake until cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Baste with more sauce, garnish with lemon slices and parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use boneless, skinless thighs, but adjust bake time accordingly.
- Serve with rice, roasted potatoes, or steamed veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1–2 thighs
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
