Best 4 Spicy Honey Peanut Baked Chicken Thighs Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our exquisite Spicy Honey Peanut Baked Chicken Thighs, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. This delectable dish features tender and succulent chicken thighs generously coated in a delectable marinade of honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Baked to perfection, the chicken thighs emerge with a crispy golden brown exterior and a juicy, flavorful interior that will leave you craving more. Accompanying this main course are two equally tantalizing recipes: a vibrant Asian Slaw and a creamy Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing. The Asian Slaw offers a refreshing contrast with its crisp cabbage, shredded carrots, red onion, and a tangy dressing made from rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger. The Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing, with its luscious avocado, zesty lime, and aromatic cilantro, adds a creamy and herbaceous touch to both the chicken and the slaw. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will awaken your senses and leave you utterly satisfied.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED BONELESS SKINLESS CHICKEN THIGHS



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In this easy recipe, a spicy rub and 30 minutes in the oven produce reliably juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs.

Provided by Vered DeLeeuw

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt (or 1/2 teaspoon sea salt)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl. Add the olive oil and spices and use your hands to coat the chicken pieces.
  • Arrange the seasoned thighs in a single layer on a rimmed baking dish, such as a 9 X 13 baking dish. If there's some residual oil and spice mixture in the bowl, brush it on top of the chicken pieces, as shown in the video below.
  • Bake until cooked through, juices run clear, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the middle of the largest thigh reads 165ºF. In my oven, this takes about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 oz, Calories 254 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 602 mg

SWEET AND SPICY PEANUT CHICKEN



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Chicken thighs and a slow cooker- that's a marriage made in culinary heaven! Juicy and flavorful, this simple dish will make you swoon when you return home and find it ready. The filling is also excellent in lettuce wraps. -Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup pepper jelly
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped dry roasted peanuts
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
Hot cooked rice and lime wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Combine broth, jelly, peanut butter, soy sauce and garlic in small bowl; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 6-8 hours., Remove chicken from slow cooker and cool slightly. Shred with two forks. Skim fat from cooking juices. Return meat to slow cooker. Stir in salt and pepper., Sprinkle each serving with peanuts and red pepper. If desired, serve with rice and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 914mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

SPICY ROASTED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Here, the bright and zesty flavors of lemon, tomato, ginger, jalapeño and garlic contrast beautifully with the rich, tender dark meat of the chicken. If you like your chicken skin extra crispy, slip it under the broiler for a few minutes after roasting. And yes, you can make this with chicken breasts, but we recommend the skin-on, bone-in variety, and keep a close eye on the time; they'll take less time to cook.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 chicken thighs, with skin, pierced all over with a small knife
5 cloves garlic, peeled
1 2-inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled
1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded, or cayenne to taste
Juice and zest of 1 whole lemon
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon coriander seeds or ground coriander

Steps:

  • Put chicken thighs in a bowl. Mince garlic, ginger and pepper. Toss with all remaining ingredients or put in a small food processor, and grind to a paste. (It is O.K. if the coriander seeds are not fully pulverized. They will add a little crunch.)
  • Rub mixture thoroughly into chicken. At this point, you can cover, and refrigerate for up to a day.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Put thighs, skin side up, in a roasting pan. Roast for 35 to 45 minutes or until done.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 682, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 50 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 598 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPICY HONEY-PEANUT BAKED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Marinated in PB2® and hot honey, these chicken thighs will result in a sweet and spicy dish. Great served over rice, noodles, or even potatoes.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Chicken Thighs

Time 8h45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 bone-in chicken thighs
¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
6 tablespoons powdered peanut butter (such as PB2®)
4 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons hot honey (such as Mike's Hot Honey®)
½ tablespoon soy sauce
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Season chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Mix peanut butter powder and water together in a large bowl until fully incorporated. Stir in hot honey, soy sauce, and garlic powder; mix until well combined. Add chicken thighs and turn in marinade, making sure both sides are well coated. Cover bowl and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Transfer chicken thighs to an oven-proof dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 35 to 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 141.8 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 44.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 750.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Choose the Right Honey: Not all honey is created equal. For this recipe, choose a honey that has a strong flavor, such as buckwheat honey or clover honey. This will help to balance out the other ingredients in the dish.
  • Make Sure Your Chicken Is Dry: Before you coat the chicken in the marinade, make sure it is completely dry. This will help the marinade adhere to the chicken and prevent it from becoming watery.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Chicken thighs are relatively forgiving, but you don't want to overcook them or they will become dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the Chicken Rest: Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken and make it more tender.

Conclusion:

Spicy Honey Peanut Baked Chicken Thighs is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of honey, peanut butter, and spices, then baked until it is cooked through. The result is a tender, juicy chicken with a slightly crispy exterior. Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, noodles, or vegetables.

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