Dairy-Free Asian Glazed Chicken

Indulge in the bold and satisfying flavors of Dairy-Free Asian Glazed Chicken—a quick and easy weeknight dinner that feels like a gourmet treat. This recipe features tender, bite-sized chicken thighs tossed in a sticky, umami-packed glaze made from soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and a hint of sriracha for a delicious kick. Free of dairy yet bursting with richness, the sesame oil adds depth, while the cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce clings perfectly to every piece of chicken. Garnished with fresh scallions and toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and crunch, this dish comes together in just 35 minutes. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried veggies for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for those seeking a dairy-free, Asian-inspired recipe that's as wholesome as it is irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the chicken thighs. Trim any excess fat and cut each thigh into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper evenly.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, honey, and sriracha sauce. Set this mixture aside as the marinade.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the cooking oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium and pour the marinade into the same skillet. Bring it to a gentle simmer and let it cook until it becomes slightly reduced, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Stir the cornstarch slurry into the marinade to thicken the sauce. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes until the glaze reaches your desired consistency.

Step 8

Return the chicken to the skillet and toss it well until every piece is thoroughly coated with the glaze.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the glazed chicken with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.

Step 10

Serve hot with steamed rice or your choice of side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(712.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1237.7

Total Fat 75.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.0g
Cholesterol 384.7mg	0%
Sodium 3984.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 53.7g
Protein 77.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 120.9mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 1232.8mg	0%

*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: 53.6%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 22.0%