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Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs feature tender, juicy chicken cooked to golden perfection with a sticky, sweet and savory honey garlic glaze. This simple yet flavorful recipe uses skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs paired with a natural honey garlic sauce and smoky turkey bacon for added texture. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish balances rich flavors with minimal prep and offers versatile serving options.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Main Ingredients

  • 6 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
  • 4 tablespoons honey (natural)
  • 4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • A small amount of natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken thighs: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to help the skin crisp during baking. Season lightly with freshly ground black pepper and set aside.
  2. Make the honey garlic glaze: In a small bowl, combine honey (natural), freshly minced garlic cloves, soy sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), and a touch of natural gelling agent. Whisk until fully blended and smooth.
  3. Cook the smoked turkey bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook smoked turkey bacon pieces until crispy. Remove and set on paper towels to drain the excess oil.
  4. Apply the glaze and arrange chicken: Brush a generous amount of the honey garlic glaze over each chicken thigh. Place them skin-side up in a baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced for proper cooking.
  5. Bake until golden and juicy: Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for approximately 35-40 minutes, basting once halfway through with the remaining glaze. The chicken skin should be golden, and juices clear when pierced.
  6. Garnish with crispy turkey bacon: Sprinkle the crispy smoked turkey bacon over the baked chicken just before serving to add texture and flavor contrast.

Notes

  • Dry the chicken well to achieve delightfully crispy skin.
  • Use bone-in chicken thighs for juicier meat and richer flavor.
  • Baste the chicken halfway through baking for layers of sticky glaze.
  • Watch the oven time carefully to prevent drying out the thighs.
  • Adjust the amount of natural gelling agent to control glaze thickness to your liking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with glaze and bacon
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: baked chicken thighs, honey garlic chicken, smoked turkey bacon, gluten free chicken recipe, easy chicken recipe, juicy baked chicken

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