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Easy Crispy One-Pan Honey Balsamic Chicken

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring crispy chicken thighs with a glossy honey balsamic glaze, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (boneless optional, adjust cooking time)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water or chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  3. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. Add the chicken skin-side down and cook for 6-7 minutes without moving until golden brown and releases easily.
  6. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side.
  7. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside, keeping the heat on medium.
  8. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding burning.
  9. Pour in balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and water or chicken broth; stir well and scrape browned bits from the pan.
  10. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let thicken for 2-3 minutes until glossy.
  11. Return chicken thighs to the pan, skin-side up, spoon sauce over them, and sprinkle fresh thyme if using.
  12. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  13. Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  14. Serve warm with extra sauce spooned over the chicken.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Use medium-high heat for searing and be patient to get a golden crust. If sauce thickens too much in the oven, add a splash of water before serving. Rest chicken after cooking to lock in juices. Reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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