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Honey Soy Chicken Thighs with Crispy Edges

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Make juicy chicken thighs with a sticky, sweet, and savory honey soy glaze, focusing on achieving perfectly crispy skin through pan-searing.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Optional: Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispy skin. Season the skin side lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet. Do not overcrowd the pan. Sear for 8 to 10 minutes without moving them until the skin is deep golden brown and very crispy.
  4. Flip the chicken thighs and cook on the second side for 3 minutes.
  5. While the chicken cooks, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and pepper in a small bowl to create the glaze base.
  6. Pour the glaze base over the chicken in the skillet. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  7. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute.
  8. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 Celsius). Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 Celsius).
  9. Remove from the oven. Let the chicken rest in the pan for 5 minutes, spooning extra glaze over the top.
  10. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can finish the chicken under the broiler for the last 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning the honey.
  • Serve this chicken over steamed rice or with roasted broccoli to soak up the extra sauce.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce if you prefer less salt in your final dish.

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