Chicken Thighs with Honey-Lemon Cilantro Glaze
A delightful dish featuring juicy chicken thighs bathed in a luscious honey-lemon glaze with fresh cilantro, perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 3 whole Juice of 3 lemons Freshly squeezed for best flavor
- 1/4 cup Honey Plus 1 tablespoon
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce Plus 1 tablespoon
- 5 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1/2 bunch Cilantro For the marinade
- Pulp of lemons Pulp of the lemons
For the Chicken
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs
- 1/2 bunch Cilantro To finish the dish
Instructions
Marinade Preparation
- Mix together the lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Add the lemon pulp and 1/2 bunch cilantro; stir to combine.
- Add the chicken thighs to a baking dish and coat with the mixture.
- Refrigerate for 1 night.
Cooking the Chicken
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (240°C).
- Bake the chicken for 15 minutes.
- Turn the chicken over, then repeat the 15-minute bake and turn cycle 3 times total.
- Finish with the remaining 1/2 bunch cilantro before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider basting the chicken with the marinade during baking. Optionally, broil for a few minutes for added crispiness.