Sticky Asian glazed chicken thighs are a must-try delight!
Sticky Asian glazed chicken thighs are a must-try delight, featuring a sweet and savory glaze that perfectly complements the tender chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil to create the glaze.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the glaze over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, basting with the glaze halfway through.
- In a small saucepan, mix cornstarch and water, then add to the remaining glaze and cook until thickened.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the oven and brush with the thickened glaze.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the glaze for a few hours before baking.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey according to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg