Firebee Spicy Honey Glazed Chicken Thighs

Firebee Spicy Honey Glazed Chicken Thighs

Firebee Spicy Honey Glazed Chicken Thighs - 30 Minutes

Quick Stats:

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Serves: 4 people
  • Heat Level: 🔥🔥 (Mild-Medium)
  • Featured Sauce: Firebee Spicy Honey

Forget everything you know about boring chicken dinners. These golden, crispy-skinned thighs get lacquered with Firebee's perfect balance of farm-fresh honey and habanero heat. The result? Chicken so good it'll ruin you for the dry, flavorless stuff forever. This is weeknight dinner that tastes like you've been cooking all day.

What You'll Need

For the Chicken:

  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Firebee Glaze:

  • 4 tablespoons Firebee Spicy Honey (shop here)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

For Serving:

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sesame seeds
  • Lime wedges
  • Extra Firebee for drizzling

Equipment:

  • Large oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Let's Make Magic

Step 1: Prep Your Bird

Pat chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels (this is crucial for crispy skin). Rub with olive oil, then season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes while your oven preheats to 425°F.

Step 2: Get That Golden Crisp

Heat your oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and don't move them for 5-7 minutes. You want to hear that sizzle! They're ready to flip when the skin releases easily from the pan and is golden brown.

Step 3: Make the Magic Glaze

While chicken cooks, whisk together Firebee Spicy Honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl. This sweet-savory-spicy combo is about to become your new obsession.

Step 4: Flip and Glaze

Flip chicken thighs and brush generously with half the glaze. Transfer the whole skillet to your preheated oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature hits 165°F.

Step 5: The Grand Finale

Remove from oven and immediately brush with remaining glaze. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with cilantro, sesame seeds, and serve with lime wedges. Don't forget that extra Firebee drizzle!

 

The Final Reveal

Each bite delivers crispy skin that shatters to reveal juicy, tender meat coated in that addictive sweet-heat glaze. The Firebee honey caramelizes beautifully, creating layers of flavor that build from sweet to smoky to just-right spicy.

Pro Tips & Variations

  • Extra crispy: Place under broiler for last 2 minutes for even more caramelization
  • Meal prep magic: These reheat beautifully in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes
  • Wing version: Use same glaze on chicken wings, cook for 25-30 minutes
  • Veggie sides: This glaze is incredible on roasted Brussels sprouts or carrots

Spice Level Adjustments:

  • Milder: Mix 2 tablespoons Firebee with 2 tablespoons regular honey
  • Hotter: Add a dash of Vanessa's Smokin Hot Sauce to the glaze (You'll thank us later)
  • Kid-friendly: Serve sauce on the side for dipping

More Ways to Use Firebee Spicy Honey

  • Breakfast champion: Drizzle over buttermilk biscuits or Greek yogurt
  • Pizza perfection: Use as a finishing drizzle on pepperoni pizza
  • Cheese board star: Pair with sharp cheddar and crackers
  • Cocktail mixer: Add to whiskey sours or bourbon cocktails

Love this recipe? Try these Firebee favorites next:

  • [Coming soon: Firebee Glazed Salmon]
  • [Coming soon: Spicy Honey Cornbread]
  • [Coming soon: Firebee Hot Honey Butter Biscuits]

Ready to make this legendary chicken? Shop Firebee Spicy Honey now →

Want to try all our sauces? Start with our Flavor Tease Sample Pack and discover your new favorites.

 

 

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