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Benne-Seed Hot Honey Chicken Thighs: Crisp skin, sweet heat, and toasted sesame crackle.

Benne-Seed Hot Honey Chicken Thighs

Crisp skin, sweet heat, and toasted sesame crackle.

Total: 45 minDifficulty: EasyYield: 4 servings

Timing note: 45 mins

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The Key Move

Hot honey finished with toasted benne + citrus zest for a nutty snap.

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The Setup

  • Skillet
    12-inch
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef's Knife
  • Spatula
  • Microplane/ZesterOptional
  • Instant-Read ThermometerOptional

The Mise en Place

5 of 9

Your prep station before cooking begins

The Protein (0/3)

The Spice Blend (0/1)

The Pantry (0/4)

80 mLhot honey(see Hot Honey recipe)

The chicken skin came out rubbery, not nice and crispy.

It sounds like the skin wasn't dried thoroughly enough before hitting the pan, or the skillet wasn't quite hot enough.

My hot honey sauce burned and tastes bitter.

Ah, the honey might have gone into the oven too early, or the heat was just a touch too high.

Chef's Notes

Tip

Pat chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels before roasting for crispier skin.

Tip

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for perfectly cooked, juicy thighs.

Serving

Serve with fluffy rice or a simple green salad to balance the rich flavors.

Serving

Garnish with extra sesame seeds and fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness.

The Method

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