Spicy Honey Brushed Chicken Thighs
Elevate your dinner game with these irresistibly flavorful Spicy Honey Brushed Chicken Thighs! Juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seasoned with a bold blend of paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne for a smoky heat, then roasted to golden perfection. The star of the recipe is the sweet and spicy honey glaze, infused with apple cider vinegar and a touch of red pepper flakes, which caramelizes beautifully in the oven. With crispy skin, tender meat, and a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, this dish is ready in just 40 minutes, making it a quick and satisfying option for any night of the week. Garnish with fresh parsley for color and serve alongside roasted veggies or rice for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal! Perfect for easy weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this recipe is a fusion of bold flavors and effortless cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Place the chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet. Pat them dry with paper towels to ensure the skin becomes crisp.
Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil, then evenly season with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). The skin should be golden and crispy.
While the chicken is baking, make the honey glaze. In a small bowl, mix the honey, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
When the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and immediately brush the honey glaze generously over each piece.
Return the chicken to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize slightly.
Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.7 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.3 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 972 mg | 324% | |
| Sodium | 4533 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.2 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.1 g | ||
| Protein | 217.5 g | 435% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2380 mg | 51% | |
*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.
