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A close-up of a perfectly cooked chicken thigh coated in a thick, glossy Honey Beer Sauce.

Honey Beer Sauce Chicken Thighs

  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Chicken thighs cooked in a sweet and savory sauce made with honey and beer.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup beer (lager or ale recommended)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the chicken thighs, skin-side down, until the skin is browned and crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Flip and cook for 3 minutes on the other side. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth, beer, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and thyme. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  8. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce, skin-side up.
  9. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C).
  10. Remove the lid and increase heat to medium. Let the sauce reduce and thicken slightly for 3-5 minutes, basting the chicken occasionally.
  11. Serve the chicken thighs with the sauce spooned over top.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken and simmer the sauce uncovered until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • You can substitute chicken drumsticks for thighs if preferred.
  • Use a light-colored beer for a milder flavor profile.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 35 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh with sauce
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 120

Keywords: honey beer sauce, chicken thighs, baked chicken, sweet and savory, weeknight dinner

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