How To Make Lemon Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (bone‑in, skin‑on)
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil (for coating the thighs before seasoning)
• 1 tsp All‑Purpose Seasoning (simple salt‑pepper blend or any favorite chicken rub)
• 2 whole Lemon (thinly sliced; juice will be added to the pan)
• 2 whole Shallots (thinly sliced)
• 4 cloves Garlic (peeled and smashed)
• 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce (regular or low‑sodium)
• 2 Tbsp Honey (light, preferably raw)
• 0.25 cup Chicken Broth (low‑sodium; can use stock cubes dissolved in water)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

   Pat the chicken thighs dry, rub them lightly with olive oil, poke a few holes in the meat with a fork, then sprinkle the all‑purpose seasoning evenly on both sides.

   Time: PT5M

2. Render and Brown the Skin

   Heat the non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the thighs skin‑side down and let the fat render and the skin turn golden brown, about 4‑5 minutes. Flip once to lightly brown the other side.

   Time: PT5M

3. Add Lemon Slices

   Arrange the lemon slices around the chicken in the same skillet. Cook for 2 minutes until the lemon starts to soften and release its aroma.

   Time: PT2M

4. Transfer to Oven

   Pre‑heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Carefully move the skillet contents onto a sheet tray (or keep in an oven‑safe skillet) and place in the oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 400°F

5. Prepare the Glaze

   While the chicken is in the oven, reduce the skillet heat to low. Add shallots, smashed garlic, soy sauce, honey, and chicken broth. Stir and let the mixture simmer until it thickens into a glossy glaze, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

6. Finish the Dish

   Remove the chicken from the oven, return it to the skillet, and coat each thigh with the thickened lemon‑honey‑garlic glaze. Let it sit for 2 minutes to absorb the flavors, then serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

15g

Fiber

1g