Delicious and Sticky Honey Chicken Recipe

Indulge in the deliciousness of our Sticky Honey Chicken recipe. This dish is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors that will satisfy your taste buds. The chicken is coated in a sticky honey glaze that caramelizes in the oven, creating a beautiful golden color and a mouthwatering aroma. With just a few simple ingredients, you can easily recreate this restaurant-worthy dish at home. Serve it with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this irresistible honey chicken!

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• Sesame seeds and green onions, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Flip the chicken thighs to coat them evenly.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, basting the chicken with the marinade every 10 minutes.
5. In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a thickening slurry.
6. Remove the chicken from the oven and brush it with the thickened marinade.
7. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze is sticky and golden.
8. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

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