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Hot Honey Chicken

Hot Honey Chicken
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This Hot Honey Chicken recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet honey and spicy heat, glazing tender chicken thighs in a sticky, flavorful sauce. Quick and easy to make with accessible ingredients, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners, casual meals, or entertaining guests. Customize the spice level and enjoy a crowd-pleasing dish with crispy skin and vibrant taste.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4–6 chicken thighs, skin-on and bone-in
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1–2 tablespoons hot sauce or chili flakes (adjust to heat preference)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor and encourage crisping during cooking.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 6-8 minutes without moving them, allowing the skin to get golden and crispy.
  3. Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip the chicken and cook the other side for an additional 5-7 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear.
  4. Make the Hot Honey Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar to create a sweet and spicy glaze.
  5. Glaze the Chicken: Reduce heat to low, pour the hot honey sauce over the chicken in the skillet, and gently toss or spoon to coat evenly. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken.

Notes

  • Ensure chicken skin is completely dry before cooking for maximum crispiness.
  • Use a heavy skillet like cast iron for even searing and heat retention.
  • Simmer the sauce on low heat and stir often to prevent honey from burning.
  • Let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving to redistribute juices.
  • Adjust hot sauce quantity to customize spiciness without losing flavor.

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