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Sweet and Spicy Glazed Chicken Thighs

Sweet and Spicy Glazed Chicken Thighs

This Sweet and Spicy Glazed Chicken Thighs recipe features a delicious blend of flavors that will delight your taste buds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 317.58 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Ingredients
  

Glaze Ingredients

  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • to taste freshly cracked pepper

Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (4-5 pieces)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and some freshly cracked pepper (10-15 cranks of a pepper mill).
  • Place the chicken thighs on a cutting board and pat dry with a paper towel. Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture over the chicken, coating both sides liberally.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium. Once hot, add the olive oil and swirl to coat. Add the coated chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and the brown sugar has turned into a deep brown glaze. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 317.58kcalCarbohydrates: 12.55gProtein: 28.65gFat: 18.48gSodium: 483.23mgFiber: 0.2g
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