Spicy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs: A Flavorful Delight
Hot Honey Chicken features crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs glazed with a spicy honey sauce. It's a flavorful dish that balances sweetness and heat.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- fresh parsley finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge each chicken thigh in the flour mixture until thoroughly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the coated chicken thighs to the hot oil and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar; heat over low until warmed and blended.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Drizzle the spicy honey glaze over the chicken thighs to coat them well.
- Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Adjust the hot sauce to your spice preference for a customized flavor.