Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Thighs
Sticky, caramelized chicken thighs with a savory-sweet brown sugar glaze that cooks in one skillet in under 20 minutes. The paprika adds a subtle smokiness while garlic powder ties it all together.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 34g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season all over with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 1 minute.
Step 3
Sear chicken skin-side down without moving for 5 minutes until skin is golden and crispy.
Step 4
Flip thighs, then sprinkle brown sugar, garlic powder, and paprika evenly over the chicken.
Step 5
Reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered for 6 minutes until sauce bubbles and glaze darkens.
Step 6
Transfer to a plate and let rest 2 minutes, then serve immediately with glaze spooned over top.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- paper towels
- kitchen tongs
- measuring spoons
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