# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, approximately 1.75 pounds
02 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
03 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Honey Garlic Sauce
04 - 0.33 cup honey
05 - 0.25 cup soy sauce, gluten-free if needed
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes, optional
→ Garnish
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
12 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking dish or large ovenproof skillet with aluminum foil for simplified cleanup.
02 - Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and ground black pepper.
03 - Position chicken thighs skin-side up in the prepared baking dish, maintaining spacing between each piece to ensure even cooking.
04 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, vinegar, olive oil, smoked paprika, and chili flakes until fully incorporated.
05 - Pour sauce evenly over chicken thighs, using a basting brush to ensure thorough coating of all surfaces.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, basting once at the halfway point. Chicken is done when skin is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 175 degrees Fahrenheit.
07 - For extra crispness, broil on high setting for 2 to 3 minutes at the end, monitoring carefully to prevent burning.
08 - Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
09 - Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or crisp salad.
