Sesame Sauced Chicken Thighs

Transform your weeknight meals with these luscious Sesame Sauced Chicken Thighs, a quick and flavorful recipe that's sure to impress. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are pan-seared to golden perfection before being coated in a sticky, savory-sweet glaze made from soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil, with fragrant hints of garlic and ginger. The sauce is thickened to glossy excellence, creating a satisfying coat that clings to every bite. Garnished with nutty sesame seeds and refreshing scallions, this dish is a perfect companion to fluffy steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder is an easy, family-friendly meal bursting with Asian-inspired flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 stalks scallions, sliced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the chicken thighs in a single layer.

Step 3

Cook the chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should read 165°F). Remove the chicken thighs from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir to combine and let the mixture heat for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the skillet, stirring constantly, and let it simmer for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 6

Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet and toss them in the sesame sauce until fully coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.

Step 7

Garnish the chicken with sesame seeds and sliced scallions if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(851.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1855.0

Total Fat 111.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.8g
Cholesterol 750mg	0%
Sodium 5204.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 165.0g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 141.3mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1827.0mg	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: 54.1%

Protein: 35.6%

Carbs: 10.3%