Description
Crispy pan-fried chicken thighs coated in a rich, sticky honey garlic glaze, delivering the perfect balance of savory and sweet in a quick, restaurant-quality meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken thighs (skin on, about 500 g)
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 whole garlic bulb, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and, if needed, remove bones while keeping the skin intact. Lightly score the meat side and flatten slightly for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Coat each piece of chicken lightly with cornstarch, shaking off excess.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook chicken skin-side down for 4–5 minutes per side until golden, crispy, and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken and discard excess oil from the pan.
- In the same pan, melt butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce and honey, then simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the pan and coat thoroughly in the glaze, spooning sauce over the top.
- Garnish with dried parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is dry before coating to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain a crispy texture.
- Chicken thighs are preferred for juiciness, but chicken breast can be used carefully.
- Add chili flakes or hot sauce for a spicy variation.
- A splash of lemon juice can brighten the glaze.
- Air frying is an alternative for less oil usage.
- Reheat in a pan for best texture; avoid microwaving if possible.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
