Honey Spice Chicken Thighs
This Honey Spice Chicken Thighs delivers 38g protein and 543 calories per serving—a balanced option for moderate-calorie days during bulk or maintenance phases. Batch-preps 8 servings on the stovetop, maximizing your prep efficiency for the entire week. Covers your protein requirements across multiple meals without requiring daily rehashing or cooking.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Thigh, Bone-In, Skin-On(1814g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Honey(80g)
- •Vinegar, Apple Cider(15g)
- •Chili powder(15g)
- •Garlic powder(8g)
- •Paprika, Smoked(1g)
- •Cumin, Ground(3g)
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
- •1 tsp salt ($0.02)
Instructions
- 1In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper until fully combined.
- 2Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then arrange them skin-side up in a large skillet or shallow cooking vessel. Brush half of the honey spice mixture evenly over the tops of the thighs.
- 3Heat the skillet over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes until the pan is hot, then place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 8–10 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip the thighs over.
- 4Brush the remaining honey spice mixture over the tops of the flipped thighs. Continue cooking over medium-high heat for 12–15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F at the thickest part of the thigh and the glaze is caramelized and sticky.
- 5Transfer the cooked chicken thighs to a cutting board and let rest for 3–5 minutes. Once cooled slightly, portion the chicken evenly into 8 airtight containers, dividing any pan drippings and glaze among them.
- 6Store the containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently over medium heat or in the microwave with a splash of water to restore moisture.
Nutrition — Per Serving
543
calories
38g
protein
38g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 11g
- Saturated fat
- 10.3g
- Sodium
- 239 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.9g
8 servings per batch · ~242g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Honey Spice Chicken Thighs have per serving?
Each serving delivers 38g of protein and 543 calories, with 38g fat and 11g carbs. The high fat content from chicken thighs makes this a calorie-dense protein source despite the solid protein count.
How long does Honey Spice Chicken Thighs take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop with 8 servings means you can batch-prep over a week's worth of dinners or protein portions in one session.
Is Honey Spice Chicken Thighs good for muscle gain?
At 38g protein per serving with substantial calories and fat, this recipe supports muscle gain phases where caloric surplus matters alongside hitting protein targets. The fat content aids hormone production during growth phases.
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