Nif's Awesome Asian Chicken Thighs

Elevate your dinner routine with Nif's Awesome Asian Chicken Thighs—a flavorful and tender dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. These juicy boneless, skinless chicken thighs are marinated in an irresistible blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and a touch of red chili flakes for a balanced combination of savory, sweet, and spicy notes. Bake them to perfection and finish with a caramelized broil for a restaurant-quality texture. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables for a complete Asian-inspired meal. Ready in under 45 minutes, this recipe is an easy yet impressive addition to your repertoire. Keywords: Asian chicken thighs, easy chicken recipe, soy sauce marinade, baked chicken thighs, weeknight dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 3 stalks Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes until well combined to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish, then pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 4

Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Discard the used marinade.

Step 5

Bake the chicken thighs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.

Step 6

Optional: For a caramelized finish, place the chicken thighs under the broiler for 2-3 minutes after baking, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm alongside steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(896.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1732.2

Total Fat 86.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g
Cholesterol 751.0mg	0%
Sodium 5665.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 45.2g
Protein 172.0g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 281.5mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 2157.6mg	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: 45.1%

Protein: 39.9%

Carbs: 15.0%