Honey Glazed Lemon Chicken

Transform your dinner routine with this Honey Glazed Lemon Chicken, a showstopping recipe that combines the irresistible flavors of sweet honey and zesty lemon for a perfectly balanced dish. Juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are first seared to golden perfection, then baked until tender in a skillet of garlicky, citrus-infused sauce enriched with soy sauce and chicken broth. The caramelized glaze clings beautifully to the crispy chicken skin, creating layers of vibrant, savory-sweet flavor in every bite. Garnished with fresh parsley and ready in under an hour, this easy yet elegant dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Pair it with roasted vegetables or fluffy steamed rice for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple. Keywords: honey lemon chicken recipe, glazed chicken, sweet and savory chicken, easy dinner recipe, skillet chicken thighs.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip the chicken and sear for an additional 2 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and deglaze the skillet by scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 7

Stir in the honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, and lemon zest until well combined.

Step 8

Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon some of the honey-lemon sauce over each piece.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1176 grams (1176.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2360

Total Fat 167.70g	215%
Saturated Fat 44.00g	220%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 729mg	243%
Sodium 3960mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 57.90g	21%
Dietary Fiber 1.50g	5%
Total Sugars 50.00g
Protein 166.40g	333%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 153mg	12%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 1973mg	42%

*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: 62.7%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 9.6%