Honey Sriracha Chicken Thighs
This Honey Sriracha Chicken is a flavor explosion! Sweet, spicy, and utterly delicious, it's perfect for any dinner.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust according to spice preference
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger finely minced
- 1 tablespoon water
- 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro, sliced green onion, and toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, sriracha (reserve half for later), sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, and water.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for about 5-7 minutes.
- Flip the chicken thighs over and reduce the heat to medium. Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for about 5 minutes. Prepare your garnishes while resting.
- Place the chicken thighs on a serving platter, drizzle with any leftover sauce, and sprinkle with fresh garnishes. Serve with rice or roasted vegetables.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Skillet
- Meat Thermometer
- Serving Platter
Notes
- Let the chicken marinate for the full time to maximize flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when searing for crispy skin.
- Always rest your chicken after cooking to keep it juicy.