Mom's Gooey Chicken

Indulge in the rich, savory-sweet flavors of Mom's Gooey Chicken, a soul-soothing family recipe that's bound to become a staple in your dinner rotation. Featuring tender, bone-in chicken thighs seared to golden perfection and coated in a luscious homemade sauce made with soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and a hint of ginger and garlic, this dish strikes the perfect balance of umami and sweetness. The sauce thickens beautifully as it bakes, creating a sticky, flavor-packed glaze that clings to every bite. Garnished with vibrant green onions and optional sesame seeds, this one-pan recipe is not only easy to make but also delivers restaurant-quality results in under an hour. Serve over fluffy rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a comfort food experience that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for weeknights yet elegant enough for gatherings, Mom's Gooey Chicken truly hits the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup honey
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined. This will be your sauce.

Step 3

In a separate small dish, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the chicken thighs to the hot skillet, skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is coated. Reduce the heat to medium-low.

Step 7

Let the chicken simmer for 5 minutes, then stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce slightly.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.

Step 10

Garnish the chicken with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1264.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2567.9

Total Fat 167.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.0g
Cholesterol 729mg	0%
Sodium 5610.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 87.1g
Protein 175.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 240.3mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 2311.0mg	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: 57.3%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 16.0%