Name: Asian Chicken Thighs with Honey-Soy Marinade
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 6 bone-in or boneless chicken thighs; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon chili flakes or sriracha (optional)

Asian Chicken Thighs with Honey-Soy Marinade

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Tender, juicy chicken thighs glazed with a bold honey-soy marinade. Perfect for weeknights or festive meals, this easy recipe delivers savory-sweet Asian flavors with a crispy-baked finish.

Author: Samantha Jones
Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 35
Total Time: 45
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Asian
Diet: Poultry

Ingredients

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6 bone-in or boneless chicken thighs
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon chili flakes or sriracha (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Pat chicken dry with paper towel
Combine soy sauce, honey/brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, black pepper, and chili flakes/sriracha in a bowl
Submerge chicken in marinade, coating evenly
Let sit for 10 minutes
Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Bake 35 minutes, turning halfway
Let rest 5 minutes before serving

Notes

Patting chicken dry maximizes browning
Low-sodium soy sauce available as option
Use apple cider vinegar if rice vinegar unavailable
Serve with steamed rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables
Store leftovers in airtight container for 3-4 days

Find it online: https://elitesrecipes.com/asian-chicken-thighs/