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Close-up view of cooked honey garlic chicken thighs with a glossy glaze.
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Easy Christmas Eve Honey Garlic Chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A delicious and festive honey garlic chicken perfect for Christmas Eve dinner, combining sweet and savory flavors in a simple bake.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup honey or agave nectar
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Mix flour and paprika; coat chicken thighs evenly.
  • Place chicken in a greased dish; season with salt and pepper.
  • Whisk honey, soy sauce, and garlic; pour over chicken. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Cover with foil; bake 30 minutes, then uncover and bake 15 more minutes until cooked and caramelized.

Notes

Serve hot with your favorite sides and spoon extra sauce over the chicken.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Garlic, honey