Name: Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs from the Pot
Yield: 4

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are a must-try! Enjoy ultra-tender chicken coated in a satisfying honey-garlic sauce.

It is satisfying to serving this chicken with roasted carrots and roasted broccoli on the side!

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs served on a bed of rice, accompanied by broccoli on the side and topped with fresh green onions.

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs in the Pressure Cooker

I’ve really gotten into my Instant Pot lately! It’s become one of my go-to kitchen tools, right alongside my Air Fryer.

Some of a reliable Instant Pot recipes are super-straightforward Salsa Verde Chicken, from-scratch Black Beans and Pinto Beans.

And now, this Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe has joined the list! My oldest even had the leftovers for breakfast, so I know I’ll be making this a lot!

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs:

Chicken: Skip chicken breast, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs. They’re tender, straightforward to shred, and won’t dry out like breasts. The fat adds needed richness to the dish.
Garlic and Ginger: Use refrigerated garlic paste, minced garlic, or frozen Dorot® cubes for ease.
Ketchup: Heinz® ketchup is a reliable for this sauce.
Honey: Stick with honey, maple syrup and agave won’t work here.
Soy Sauce: Use regular soy sauce, not lite, for the best flavor.
Cornstarch: This thickens the sauce and gives the chicken a nice glossy finish.

Quick Tip

For a little heat, sprinkle on some red pepper flakes!

Sauté garlic and ginger in the Instant Pot, then add all the other ingredients and pressure cook for this honey garlic chicken thighs recipe.

How To Make Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Make the Sauce: Sauté butter, garlic, and ginger. Add soy sauce, honey, and ketchup; bring to a boil.
Cook the Chicken: Add chicken thighs and coat in sauce. Cover and seal. Pressure cook on high for 10 minutes, then do a 5-minute natural release.
Shred the Chicken: Remove the lid, move chicken to a bowl, and shred.
Thicken the Sauce: Whisk cornstarch with some sauce. Stir back in until thick. Add shredded chicken.
Serve: Serve over rice and enjoy!

Remove the meat, shred it, and add it back into the sauce. Toss everything together for a satisfying dinner.

Recipe Tips

Adjust the Sweetness: Feel free to tweak the honey amount to match your sweetness preference.
Arrange the Chicken: When adding chicken thighs to the pot, lay them in a single, even layer with the smooth side facing down. Avoid bunching them!
Char the Chicken: For crispy chicken, char it in the oven after cooking. Heat the oven to high broil with the rack in the middle. Line a baking pan with foil and grease it. Spread the shredded chicken in an even layer on the pan and broil for 5-7 minutes until nicely charred. Keep an eye on it!

Storage

How to Store Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Refrigerate: Cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Place in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.
Reheat: Thaw in the fridge overnight, then heat in the microwave or stovetop until warmed through.