Asian Glazed Chicken

Get ready to elevate your dinner routine with this irresistibly flavorful Asian Glazed Chicken recipe! Juicy chicken thighs are infused with a savory-sweet marinade made from soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar, perfectly balanced by the warm earthiness of fresh ginger and garlic. The dish is oven-baked to perfection, glazing the chicken in a lusciously thickened sauce that's both sticky and satisfying. Garnished with sesame seeds and vibrant green onions for a pop of texture and color, this crowd-pleasing recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice to soak up every drop of the addictive glaze, and watch it become a new favorite in your dinner rotation! Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired recipes, this dish is as simple as it is sensational.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the marinade.

Step 2

Mince the garlic and grate the ginger, then add to the marinade.

Step 3

Finely chop the green onions and add half of them to the marinade. Reserve the other half for garnish.

Step 4

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's well-coated.

Step 6

Seal the bag or cover the dish and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.

Step 7

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 8

Transfer the marinated chicken thighs to a baking dish, pouring the remaining marinade over the chicken.

Step 9

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste the chicken with the marinade halfway through cooking.

Step 10

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry.

Step 11

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 12

Pour the remaining marinade into a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens.

Step 13

Drizzle the thickened glaze over the cooked chicken thighs.

Step 14

Garnish with the reserved green onions and sesame seeds.

Step 15

Serve hot alongside steamed rice or your choice of side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	850.9 grams (850.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1701

Total Fat 85.40g	109%
Saturated Fat 22.00g	110%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.00g
Cholesterol 564mg	188%
Sodium 3992mg	174%
Total Carbohydrate 66.10g	24%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 52.90g
Protein 165.20g	330%

Vitamin D 42IU	210%
Calcium 136mg	10%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1898mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 39.0%

Carbs: 15.6%