Psycho Chicken
Spice up your dinner routine with "Psycho Chicken," a bold and flavorful recipe that delivers a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami in every bite. Featuring crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs bathed in a fiery yet sticky-sweet sauce made with your favorite hot sauce, honey, soy sauce, and a kick of garlic, this dish is sure to impress. The chicken is first pan-seared for irresistible texture, then oven-roasted to juicy perfection as it soaks up the rich, spicy glaze. Finished with fresh cilantro and green onion for a vibrant touch, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad. Whether you’re a heat seeker or simply craving a bold and hearty meal, "Psycho Chicken" is your go-to for unforgettable flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or sharing with friends who love a spicy twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup hot sauce (your choice, e.g., sriracha or buffalo sauce)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 stalks green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5–6 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and brown the other side for an additional 4 minutes. Do not overcrowd the pan; work in batches if needed.
Remove the seared chicken and set aside. Discard excess fat from the skillet but leave about 1 tablespoon for flavor.
Turn the heat down to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the hot sauce, honey, soy sauce, worcestershire sauce, red chili flakes, and vinegar to the skillet. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon the sauce over the chicken to coat it fully.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25–30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Baste the chicken with the sauce halfway through cooking for extra flavor.
Once done, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.
Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 204.1 g | 262% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.0 g | 325% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 822 mg | 274% | |
| Sodium | 8558 mg | 372% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 166.6 g | 333% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2255 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
