Yep It's Spicy Glazed Chicken

Get ready to turn up the heat with "Yep It's Spicy Glazed Chicken," a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for spice lovers! This recipe features juicy, golden-brown chicken thighs coated in a mouthwatering glaze made with honey, soy sauce, sriracha, and a touch of fresh lime juice for that perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy. Enhanced with smoked paprika and garlic powder, the chicken is first seared to lock in flavor, then baked to tender perfection before being caramelized under the broiler for a crispy, sticky finish. Garnished with fresh cilantro and optional sesame seeds, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, crisp salads, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an easy, irresistible dinner option that packs a bold punch of flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on recommended)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sriracha
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season them evenly with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down into the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, lime juice, and red pepper flakes to make the spicy glaze.

Step 5

Pour half of the glaze over the chicken thighs in the skillet, ensuring they are evenly coated. Reserve the remaining glaze for later.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, basting the chicken with the pan juices halfway through cooking.

Step 7

After 25 minutes, remove the skillet from the oven and brush the chicken with the reserved glaze. Turn your oven to broil and broil the chicken for 2-4 minutes until the glaze caramelizes and the skin turns crispy.

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and sesame seeds, if desired, before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(813.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1944.7

Total Fat 126.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 4841.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 55.7g
Protein 128.7g	0%

Vitamin D 78IU	0%
Calcium 200.2mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 1799.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 14.0%