Sweet Honey and Citrus Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

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Juicy roasted chicken thighs glazed with a bright honey-citrus sauce, delivering a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, Honey, Fresh orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, 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: 45 min Serves 6 Caribbean cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 3 lbs) Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1/4 cup Honey
1/3 cup Fresh orange juice
2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
3 cloves, minced Garlic cloves
1 tsp Smoked paprika
1 1/2 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black pepper
2 tbsp Olive oil
1 tbsp, chopped Fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme.
Step 2: Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and season evenly with 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp smoked paprika. Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the chicken and rub to coat.
Step 3: Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment. Roast for 30 minutes.
Step 4: Remove from oven, brush the honey-citrus glaze generously over each thigh, then roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is caramelized and sticky.
Step 5: Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Spoon any pan juices over the chicken for extra flavor.