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Crispy Honey Sriracha Boneless Chicken Thighs Easy Sweet Heat Recipe

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy boneless chicken thighs glazed with a perfect balance of sweet honey and spicy sriracha, ideal for weeknight dinners and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skin-on chicken thighs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (65 grams)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil (60 ml) for shallow frying
  • ¼ cup honey (85 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (15 ml)
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the boneless chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Place the flour in a shallow bowl. Lightly coat each chicken thigh in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  3. Pour about ¼ cup (60 ml) vegetable oil into a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet and heat over medium-high until shimmering but not smoking. Test by sprinkling a pinch of flour in the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
  4. Add chicken thighs skin-side down carefully without overcrowding the pan. Cook for 6-7 minutes until the skin is deep golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for 5-7 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 74°C). Reduce heat if chicken browns too fast.
  5. While chicken cooks, whisk together honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Adjust sriracha to taste.
  6. Remove cooked chicken to a plate. Pour out excess oil from the skillet, leaving a thin layer. Return skillet to medium heat, pour in the sauce, and let it bubble gently for about 1 minute until slightly thickened.
  7. Add the chicken back to the skillet and turn to coat evenly with the sticky glaze. Cook for another minute so the sauce clings to each crispy bite.
  8. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if using. Serve immediately with steamed rice or a crisp salad.

Notes

Pat chicken dry thoroughly for maximum crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain heat and crisp texture. Use a thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove excess oil before adding glaze to prevent greasy sauce. Adjust sriracha to control heat level. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with rice flour or cornstarch. Baking alternative: bake skin-side up at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes and toss with glaze.

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