In less than an hour you could be biting into tender baked chicken thighs doused in a flavorful honey garlic sauce.
Tonight I made pan roasted honey garlic chicken for dinner. It’s super moist, made the house smell amazing and it’s easy enough for weeknights.
It’s one of those things you pull out of the oven and you just know it will be great. Golden brown, sizzling and sticky sweet from the honey. I used our favorite boneless, skinless chicken thighs but any chicken can be used. Just adjust the cooking time. 
Start by browning the chicken in olive oil.
Then whisk up the sauce. It only has a few ingredients and gets poured in once you flip the chicken.
Then just place the pan in the oven and cook for 30-40 minutes. Serve as is, or add some green onions to spruce up the color.
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 8-12 boneless (skinless chicken thighs)
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- salt and pepper
For the sauce
- 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp. soy sauce
- 6 tbsp. honey
- 6 cloves of garlic (minced)
- ½ cup vegetable or chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- In an oven safe pan, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper then place it in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes or until browned.
- Meanwhile whisk together the sauce ingredients. Flip the chicken and pour the sauce evenly over all pieces. Put the pan in the center of the oven to cook for 30-40 minutes depending on what cuts of chicken you’ll be using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of chicken is best for Baked Honey Garlic Chicken?
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work best for this recipe, as they remain moist and tender. However, you can use other cuts of chicken; just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
How do I know when the chicken is fully cooked?
The chicken is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). You can use a meat thermometer to check the temperature in the thickest part of the thigh.
Can I make the honey garlic sauce in advance?
Yes, you can whisk together the honey, garlic, and other sauce ingredients ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator. Just pour it over the chicken when you’re ready to bake.
