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Hot Honey Chicken
Pan-seared boneless chicken thighs get a glossy hot honey and lemon finish. This simple skillet dinner keeps the honey off the high heat until the chicken is cooked.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 18 min
- Total
- 28 min
- Serves
- 4
- Heat
Juicy · Lemon-bright · Skillet supper
Ingredients
Servings: 4
Quantities for 4 servings
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Prep timer
10:00
Ready
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The method
- 01
Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, smoked paprika, and pepper. Mix the hot honey and lemon juice in a clean bowl.
- 02
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thighs in a single layer, working in batches if needed.
- 03
Cook for 7–9 minutes per side, lowering the heat if the outside browns too quickly. Check the thickest part with a thermometer: chicken must reach 165°F (74°C). Cook longer if needed.
Step timer
07:00Ready
- 04
Turn the heat to low. Add the honey mixture and toss for 30–60 seconds, just until glossy. Scatter with thyme and serve.
Times are estimates. Check doneness and any required internal temperature before serving.
A little sweet. A little heat. All yours.
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