Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Chili-Garlic Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

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Juicy pan-seared chicken thighs glazed with a spicy and tangy chili-garlic sauce that balances heat and sweetness. This Asian Fusion-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) boneless skin-on chicken thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
4, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp red chili flakes
2 tbsp honey
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skin-on chicken thighs and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Step 3: Flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 5 minutes until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 4: Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. Lower heat to medium, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Cook sauce for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 6: Return chicken to the skillet and toss in the sauce to glaze evenly for 1 minute before serving.