Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Directions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, skin-side down, and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same pot, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Create the Sauce: Stir in honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and thyme, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook the Chicken: Return the chicken to the pot, skin-side up. Cover and simmer over low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Thicken the Sauce: If desired, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry. Stir into the pot and simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if using.
Cook Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the sauce before adding the chicken broth.
Variations
- Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken: Add a teaspoon of chili flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.
- Lemon Honey Garlic Chicken: Incorporate the juice and zest of 1 lemon for a citrusy twist.
Keto Version
Substitute honey with a keto-friendly sweetener and use a low-sodium, sugar-free soy sauce. Thicken the sauce with xanthan gum instead of cornstarch.
Low-Carb Version
Follow the keto version’s adaptations for a low-carb alternative that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Estimations based on standard servings, values are approximate:
- Calories: 350 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Sugar: 15 g
Note: Nutritional values can vary based on ingredient brands and serving sizes.
Honey Garlic Chicken in One-Pot stands out for its effortless preparation and the harmonious blend of flavors that please the palate. It’s a recipe that proves simplicity doesn’t have to mean bland, offering a rich and savory meal that’s sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.