# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (approximately 1.75 lbs)
02 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
03 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Honey Garlic Sauce
04 - 0.33 cup honey
05 - 0.25 cup soy sauce
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes
→ Garnish
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking dish or ovenproof skillet with aluminum foil for simplified cleanup.
02 - Pat chicken thighs dry using paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
03 - Position chicken thighs skin-side up in prepared baking vessel, maintaining even spacing between pieces.
04 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, vinegar, olive oil, smoked paprika, and chili flakes until fully combined.
05 - Pour sauce mixture evenly over chicken thighs, using a basting brush to ensure thorough coating.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, basting chicken halfway through cooking. Chicken is done when skin is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 175°F.
07 - For enhanced crispness, broil on high setting for 2 to 3 minutes at recipe end, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
08 - Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
09 - Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
