# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 to 2 pounds)
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Honey Garlic Sauce
04 - 1/3 cup honey
05 - 1/4 cup soy sauce (gluten-free soy sauce if required)
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
→ Garnish
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking dish or large ovenproof skillet with foil for convenient cleanup.
02 - Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
03 - Position chicken thighs skin-side up in the prepared baking dish, maintaining space between each piece.
04 - Whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, vinegar, olive oil, smoked paprika, and chili flakes in a small mixing bowl until well combined.
05 - Pour sauce evenly over chicken thighs and brush to coat thoroughly.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, basting once at the halfway point. Chicken is done when golden brown with internal temperature reaching 175°F.
07 - For crispy skin, broil on high for 2 to 3 minutes at the end, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
08 - Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
09 - Top with chopped fresh parsley and sesame seeds if desired before plating.
