Williams' Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs

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Succulent chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy honey glaze, roasted until golden and caramelized. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs chicken thighs, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering; add chicken skin-side down and cook 10 minutes until skin is golden and crispy.
  3. Step 3: Flip chicken and cook 5 minutes more, then remove and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger to the skillet, cooking 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, bringing to a simmer.
  6. Step 6: Return chicken to skillet, skin-side up, and spoon sauce over the top.
  7. Step 7: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, turning chicken once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Step 8: Remove chicken, let rest 5 minutes, then serve with remaining sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Williams' Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Williams' Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs?

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 Williams' Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs?

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 Williams' Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs 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.

What goes well with Williams' Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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