Description
Sheet pan baked honey garlic chicken thighs feature juicy chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, roasted to perfection. Served over rice and garnished with fresh green onions, cilantro, and lime juice, this easy, flavorful dinner is perfect for a weeknight meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons tamari
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
To Serve
- Prepared rice
- Green onions, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine avocado oil, honey, tamari, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, paprika, and onion powder. Whisk thoroughly until well blended.
- Marinate Chicken: Place chicken thighs into a bowl or Ziploc bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal or cover, and allow it to marinate at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes while the oven preheats.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Arrange Chicken and Roast: Remove chicken from marinade, reserving the marinade for the sauce. Place the chicken thighs evenly spaced on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 25 minutes until cooked through and nicely browned.
- Simmer Sauce: While chicken roasts, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Serve: Plate the roasted chicken thighs over prepared rice. Generously baste the chicken with the thickened honey garlic sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For mess-free marinating, use a sealed resealable plastic bag to coat the chicken evenly.
- If preferred, chicken breasts can be used but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- The sauce can be prepared in advance and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 572 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 636 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 29 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 167 mg
