Crispy Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Maple Glaze

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Golden-brown chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet glaze with aromatic spices, perfect for weeknight dinners that kids and adults love. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs chicken thighs, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar in a small bowl until combined.
  3. Step 3: Place chicken in a shallow dish, pour marinade over it, and turn to coat; let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F).
  5. Step 5: Add chicken skin-side down, and cook for 8-10 minutes until skin is golden brown and crispy.
  6. Step 6: Flip chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Step 7: Remove chicken from skillet, then pour off excess oil, leaving 1 tsp in skillet.
  8. Step 8: Add 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp maple syrup to skillet, and simmer for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
  9. Step 9: Pour glaze over chicken, cook for 1 more minute to coat, then garnish with 1/4 cup chopped green onions.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Crispy Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Maple Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Crispy Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Maple Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Maple Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Crispy Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Maple Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Crispy Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Maple Glaze gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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