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hot honey chicken thigh recipe

Hot Honey Chicken Thigh Recipe

A crispy, juicy chicken thigh dish coated in a sweet-and-spicy hot honey glaze. This recipe balances rich savory flavors with sticky honey heat for a quick, flavorful comfort meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs bone-in or boneless, skin-on preferred
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp chili powder optional
  • For Hot Honey Sauce:
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 –2 tsp hot sauce or chili flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp butter optional, for richness
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar optional, for balance

Equipment

  • Oven or air fryer (or frying pan)
  • Baking tray or skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Brush or spoon (for glazing)
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) or prepare air fryer/skillet.
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
  3. Place chicken on a tray or skillet and cook for 35–45 minutes (or until crispy and fully cooked).
  4. While chicken cooks, warm honey in a small pan over low heat.
  5. Add hot sauce/chili flakes, butter, and vinegar. Stir until smooth.
  6. Once chicken is cooked, remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  7. Brush or drizzle hot honey glaze over chicken while still hot.
  8. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
    hot honey chicken thigh recipe

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, air fry or use a wire rack in the oven.
  • Always add hot honey after cooking to prevent burning.
  • Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing chili/hot sauce.
  • Best served fresh, but leftovers can be reheated in the oven to restore crispiness.
hot honey chicken thigh recipe
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
Calories: 320–420 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12–22g | Protein: 22–28g | Fat: 18–26g | Saturated Fat: 4–7g | Sodium: 450–750mg | Potassium: 250–400mg | Fiber: 0–1g | Sugar: 10–18g | Vitamin A: 200–500IU | Vitamin C: 0–5mg | Calcium: 20–50mg | Iron: 1.5–3mg