Honey Butter Glazed Chicken Thighs

Ingredients:

• 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 4 tbsp butter

• 3 tbsp honey

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp dried thyme (optional)

• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Season the Chicken:

   • Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

2. Sear the Chicken:

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5–6 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook 4–5 minutes more. Remove from pan and set aside.

3. Make the Honey Butter Glaze:

   • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium.

   • Add butter, honey, garlic, and thyme. Stir until melted and fragrant.

4. Glaze the Chicken:

   • Return chicken thighs to the pan and spoon glaze over them.

   • Cook another 5–6 minutes, basting occasionally, until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C) and the glaze is sticky.

5. Serve:

   • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with rice, roasted veggies, or mashed potatoes.