Oriental Glazed Chicken

Delight your taste buds with this irresistible Oriental Glazed Chicken recipe, a perfect fusion of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Tender boneless chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection and coated in a luscious glaze made from soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, fragrant garlic, and fresh ginger. The touch of sesame oil and a splash of rice vinegar elevate the dish, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the glaze clings beautifully to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy yet elegant recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Garnished with vibrant green onions and the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds, this dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or crisp stir-fried vegetables, creating a meal that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Packed with umami flavor and simplicity, this Asian-inspired chicken recipe will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 stalks Green onions (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger to make the glaze. Set aside.

Step 2

Dissolve the cornstarch in the water in a separate bowl to create a slurry.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Season the chicken thighs lightly with salt and pepper (optional) and place them in the skillet.

Step 5

Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.

Step 6

Lower the skillet heat to medium and pour the prepared sauce into the same skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 7

Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes, then stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the glaze.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over the chicken to coat it evenly.

Step 9

Allow the chicken to simmer in the glaze for an additional 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure it’s well coated and heated through.

Step 10

Remove from heat and transfer the glazed chicken to a serving plate.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 12

Serve the Oriental Glazed Chicken hot with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	689.2 grams (689.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1555

Total Fat 89.70g	115%
Saturated Fat 18.60g	93%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.80g
Cholesterol 438mg	146%
Sodium 3679mg	160%
Total Carbohydrate 74.80g	27%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 53.10g
Protein 114.20g	228%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 176mg	14%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 1417mg	30%

*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: 51.6%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 19.1%