Savoury Glazed Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Savoury Glazed Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of bold flavors and effortless cooking. Featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a luscious glaze made with soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger, this dish delivers a harmonious balance of sweet, salty, and umami in every bite. The apple cider vinegar adds a tangy depth, while sesame oil lends a nutty aroma for a truly restaurant-quality finish. Cooked to perfection in a single skillet, the chicken boasts crispy, golden skin and a sticky, caramelized glaze that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this quick and easy recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete and flavorful meal. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is a definite crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on recommended)
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (minced or grated)
• 1.5 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, ginger, apple cider vinegar, and sesame oil. Set the glaze aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, place the chicken thighs skin-side down into the pan.

Step 4

Cook for about 6-7 minutes on the first side, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook the other side for another 5 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Carefully drain any excess fat from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon behind.

Step 6

Pour the prepared glaze over the chicken thighs, making sure each piece is coated. Simmer the chicken in the glaze for about 15 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the glaze thickens, and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the pan and transfer to a serving platter. Spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over the chicken.

Step 8

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(658.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1610.4

Total Fat 103.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 376mg	0%
Sodium 3828.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 70.5g
Protein 89.1g	0%

Vitamin D 52IU	0%
Calcium 146.6mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1306.6mg	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: 58.0%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 19.9%