Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions:

  1. Pat the chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a large cast iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side until a deep golden-brown crust forms.
  3. While the chicken sears, whisk together the honey, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a small mixing bowl.
  4. Pour the glaze mixture directly into the pan with the browned chicken.
  5. Lower the heat to medium and continuously spoon the bubbling sauce over the chicken for 3-5 minutes until the glaze is velvety and clinging to the meat.